Liverpool are one of the clubs very interested in a summer move for Alexander Isak, although it will not be easy to prise him away from Newcastle, who have zero intention of letting their star striker move away from St James’ Park.
Liverpool are expected to sign a new striker during the summer transfer window, with the expectation being that Darwin Nunez will be moved on. Sporting director Richard Hughes has identified Isak as one of the club’s leading targets, and their chances of a deal being done look to have increased in recent days as Arsenal appear to not longer be pursuing Isak, as they instead look to his international teammate Viktor Gyokeres.
However, this boost does little in terms of working towards an agreement with Newcastle, who do not want to lose Isak under any circumstances. Because, they have set a minimum asking price of £150m.
Liverpool will not pay £150m Alexander Isak asking price
And it has now been reported by The Athletic that Liverpool are “highly unlikely” to smash their record transfer fee by reaching this figure during expected negotiations with Newcastle. As such, they would need to find a way to lower the demands of the Carabao Cup winners, such as using players that are of interest to Eddie Howe, or they would have to move on to other targets.
In recent weeks, it has been reported that Newcastle have an interest in the likes of Jarell Quansah and Harvey Elliot, and should Liverpool look to use them in a player-plus-deal, it would bring the figure needed down to one that is achievable.
Despite this, it is clear that Newcastle will not give much leeway to clubs that are interested in Isak, and especially those from the Premier League. Liverpool will have their work cut out to get their man this summer.
Liverpool have known about the Transfer Fee for a good while now and therefore should have had contingency plans just in case.
Why do the owners never come out with anything positive for the supporters.
Richard Hughes has know about this for a while he should have a plan ın place. İf he does not achieve what we want this summer then get Rich of him
He is not worth that Money….. atleat under 75 is understandable. Newcastle want to solve their problems by selling one player only.