Liverpool have officially agreed a sensational £125 million (€169m) deal with Newcastle United for Swedish striker Alexander Isak, ending one of the summer’s most protracted transfer sagas.
The 25-year-old had grown unsettled at St James’ Park, expressing frustration at what he described as broken promises regarding his role and future at the club.
After weeks of negotiation—including Liverpool’s rejected £110m opening bid and Newcastle’s efforts to retain him—an agreement was reached on deadline day, making Isak the Reds’ record signing.
Isak is now scheduled for a medical before finalizing the move.
The prolific forward, who netted 21 goals across all competitions last season, is viewed by Liverpool manager Arne Slot as the final piece of his attacking puzzle.
The deal continues Liverpool’s aggressive summer recruitment drive, which has already seen reinforcements arrive across midfield and defence.
For Newcastle, the sale represents a significant shift.
Although fans are disappointed at losing their talisman, the club has already moved to sign Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade for £65m as part of its rebuild.
Reports suggest Newcastle also remain active in pursuing Brentford forward Yoane Wissa.
Isak’s departure underscores the growing financial disparities even among Premier League clubs: while Newcastle have Champions League ambitions, they were ultimately unable to match Liverpool’s spending power.
For Isak himself, the move represents both a sporting and personal leap: joining the reigning English champions with expectations of immediate impact at Anfield.
His arrival also signals Liverpool’s intent to maintain dominance in England and Europe through bold investment.
The 25-year-old had grown unsettled at St James’ Park, expressing frustration at what he described as broken promises regarding his role and future at the club.
After weeks of negotiation—including Liverpool’s rejected £110m opening bid and Newcastle’s efforts to retain him—an agreement was reached on deadline day, making Isak the Reds’ record signing.
Isak is now scheduled for a medical before finalizing the move.
The prolific forward, who netted 21 goals across all competitions last season, is viewed by Liverpool manager Arne Slot as the final piece of his attacking puzzle.
The deal continues Liverpool’s aggressive summer recruitment drive, which has already seen reinforcements arrive across midfield and defence.
For Newcastle, the sale represents a significant shift.
Although fans are disappointed at losing their talisman, the club has already moved to sign Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade for £65m as part of its rebuild.
Reports suggest Newcastle also remain active in pursuing Brentford forward Yoane Wissa.
Isak’s departure underscores the growing financial disparities even among Premier League clubs: while Newcastle have Champions League ambitions, they were ultimately unable to match Liverpool’s spending power.
For Isak himself, the move represents both a sporting and personal leap: joining the reigning English champions with expectations of immediate impact at Anfield.
His arrival also signals Liverpool’s intent to maintain dominance in England and Europe through bold investment.
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