“Newcastle United’s position on Alexander Isak and Liverpool’s intended approach.”

Newcastle United face a pivotal summer decision as Alexander Isak has officially informed the club of his desire to move on.

The Swedish striker has made his intentions clear to Newcastle’s leadership, increasing pressure on the club amid intensifying interest—particularly from Liverpool.

Isak, whose contract runs until 2028, has become a central figure for Newcastle, playing a key role in their Carabao Cup triumph and qualification for the Champions League. He enjoyed a prolific season, netting 27 goals.

However, behind the scenes, tension has been building. Frustration over stalled contract extension talks, unmet salary promises, and uncertainty about the club’s long-term direction have strained the relationship between Isak and Newcastle.

Newcastle set Isak’s price tag

Although Newcastle are reluctant to lose their star striker, sources within the agency world suggest that a bid in the region of €150 million might prompt them to sell.

Liverpool have been monitoring Isak closely for several months and consider him an ideal fit, even after securing Hugo Ekitike. To make room and remain within Financial Fair Play limits, the Reds may offload players such as Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez, or Harvey Elliott.

New manager Arne Slot views Isak as a key piece to complete his forward line and a strategic acquisition for the club’s future.

Liverpool’s pursuit prompts Newcastle to explore replacements

With the possibility of Isak’s departure becoming more real, Newcastle have started to explore alternatives. They’ve initiated talks with RB Leipzig over Benjamin Šeško, who reportedly has a gentleman’s agreement for a release clause between €70–80 million. However, it remains uncertain whether Newcastle can meet the conditions of that deal.

Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa is also on Newcastle’s radar, but Villa have already turned down offers near £60 million and told both Manchester United and Newcastle that Watkins is not for sale.

For now, Newcastle’s main objective remains keeping Isak, but the striker’s clear stance—and Liverpool’s determined interest—could see this become one of the headline transfer sagas of the summer.