Liverpool are reportedly making a serious push to sign Newcastle United's Alexander Isak. The Merseyside club are keen to bolster their attacking options after the tragic loss of Diogo Jota and are eyeing the Swedish international as the perfect fit. While no formal offer has been submitted yet, Liverpool have communicated their interest in a deal potentially reaching £120 million.
Is Isak the Answer to Liverpool's Striker Needs?
Liverpool's interest in Isak is not new. The club has long admired the 25-year-old's talent. However, Newcastle have maintained that Isak is not for sale, making any potential deal a tough negotiation. Adding to the complexity, Newcastle are themselves looking to bring in a forward, with Hugo Ekitike of Eintracht Frankfurt being a key target. Could Liverpool hijack Newcastle's own transfer target?
Liverpool's Summer Spending Spree
Liverpool have already splashed the cash this summer, breaking their transfer record to secure Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for an initial £100 million. They also rejected a €67.5 million bid from Bayern Munich for Luis Diaz, indicating their determination to keep hold of key players. The potential addition of Isak would further cement Liverpool's ambition to dominate the Premier League and compete for Champions League glory.
Isak has been a revelation for Newcastle, scoring 62 goals in 109 appearances since joining from Real Sociedad. Last season was his most prolific in England, with 27 goals in 42 games, helping Newcastle secure a Champions League spot. His pace, skill, and clinical finishing make him a formidable opponent for any defender, even the likes of Virgil van Dijk.
Other Striker Options for Liverpool
Besides Isak, Liverpool are also reportedly considering Hugo Ekitike and Victor Osimhen as potential striker signings. Napoli are reportedly looking to offload Osimhen and have already rejected a bid from Galatasaray. The coming weeks will be crucial as Liverpool aim to secure a world-class striker to lead their attack.
- Alexander Isak (Newcastle): Long-term target, prolific goalscorer.
- Hugo Ekitike (Eintracht Frankfurt): Also a target for Newcastle.
- Victor Osimhen (Napoli): Napoli keen to sell, but high price tag.