Liverpool are the favourites to sign the Swedish striker, who himself has asked to leave Newcastle.
Liverpool are planning an offensive revolution for next season, and Alexander Isak has become the club’s biggest obsession. The board at Anfield has set their sights on the Swedish international, who wants to leave Newcastle this summer. To finance a transfer – valued at €120 million – the club is willing to sell three key players: Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez and Harvey Elliott.
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First Sale: Luis Díaz
The Colombian could be the first exit, after Bayern Munich have shown concrete interest. His departure will free up both financial resources and a place in Arne Slot’s attacking line.
User:Darwin Núñez
The Uruguayan has not been able to establish himself as a regular fixture as expected, and Liverpool are open to letting him go.
Third sale: Harvey Elliott
The young Englishman is a player with a high market value and the potential to bring in a significant sum to the club.
Newcastle under pressure
Despite the fact that Newcastle officially do not want to sell Isak, they have to deal with the player’s desire for a new challenge. His absence from the club’s Asia tour – officially due to physical ailments – has increased speculation about a strategic move to force through a transfer.
With three years left on his contract, Newcastle are in control, but they know that keeping a player against his will can be counterproductive.
Liverpool not alone in the chase
Liverpool is not the only interested party. Saudi Arabian Al-Hilal have also shown interest with their financial muscle, but Isak prefers to remain in top European football.
The saga of the Swedish star is only at the beginning, but on Merseyside they are already getting ready for their move.
