A journalist covering Newcastle United has shared a significant update regarding Alexander Isak amid reported interest from Liverpool.
The Merseyside club is still actively pursuing reinforcements this summer, having already secured the signings of Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, and Milos Kerkez to strengthen their Premier League-winning side.
However, new head coach Arne Slot is also expected to offload some players. Jarell Quansah is reportedly close to sealing a move to Bayer Leverkusen.
Strikers Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota have both been linked with potential exits from Anfield during the transfer window. Should either player depart, Slot is likely to seek a new striker, with Alexander Isak among the names being considered.
That said, Newcastle are unwilling to part with their star forward and would demand over £150 million for his services. Despite already spending more than £100 million to bring in Wirtz, Liverpool are believed to have the financial capacity to fund a move for Isak.
According to Chronicle Live reporter Lee Ryder, there’s been a new development regarding Isak’s future at St. James’ Park. Ryder reports that Eddie Howe may take charge of contract negotiations with Isak as the player prepares to return for pre-season training in July, particularly as key executives Darren Eales and Paul Mitchell are poised to leave the club.
Ryder notes that Howe has already been in contact with the Swedish international and that early, low-profile discussions have taken place. “We understand that Howe has spoken with Isak and feels no urgency or concern regarding the situation — discreet conversations have occurred,” he wrote, emphasizing Howe’s reputation as an attentive and supportive manager.
Internally, Newcastle are not under pressure to sell Isak, and there are no concerns that the player is unsettled. Reports suggest the 25-year-old is open to extending his stay, potentially with a new £200,000-a-week contract, although Ryder states that the club hasn’t confirmed those details yet.
Isak has firmly cemented his place as one of the Premier League’s top strikers, netting 23 goals last season and 21 in the 2023/24 campaign.
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