A record-breaking transfer to bring Alexander Isak from Newcastle United to Liverpool has reportedly taken a significant step forward in the last 24 hours.
As Indy Kaila reported for CaughtOffside last night, Liverpool have made a British transfer record bid of around £130 million for the Swedish international. Isak has long been linked with a move to the Reds, and momentum appears to be building, with the Telegraph’s Mike McGrath sharing an update this morning.
In his post on X, McGrath noted that sources expect a Premier League record transfer bid to be made over the weekend, saying: “Alexander Isak’s proposed move to Liverpool has moved closer in the past 24 hours, according to sources who expect a Premier League record-transfer bid over the weekend.”
Behind-the-scenes talks between PIF and FSG, as reported by Indy Kaila, have reportedly been key to this progress. These positive negotiations have taken place over several meals at a secret hotel location.
This development suggests Isak is now very close to becoming another exciting Liverpool signing this summer.
How will Alexander Isak fit into Liverpool’s squad? Isak’s arrival comes after Liverpool signed Hugo Ekitike earlier this summer. The French forward has impressed since joining from Eintracht Frankfurt, scoring three goals in his first three competitive matches under Arne Slot.
However, with Liverpool potentially spending £130 million on Isak, it’s unlikely he will be benched regularly. This could mean Ekitike might need to adapt to a different position or face reduced playing time.
It will be intriguing to see how the situation unfolds throughout the season, as Slot faces the challenge of managing both Isak and Ekitike’s roles and keeping them content.
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