Alexander Isak celebrates a objective for Newcastle (Photograph by Justin Setterfield/Getty Photographs)
Liverpool have possible been given encouragement by way of intermediaries to make their switch curiosity in Alexander Isak public.
That’s based on well-connected Newcastle journalist Luke Edwards of the Telegraph, as additional particulars emerge in regards to the Reds’ pursuit of the Sweden worldwide.
Isak has been a giant hit throughout his time at St James’ Park, and it is sensible {that a} participant of his calibre is now rising as a big-money goal for Liverpool.
Large information broke yesterday, through the Athletic and others, that Liverpool have signalled to Newcastle that they may pay as a lot as £120m for Isak.
That will be some assertion by the Premier League champions, who’ve already had a robust begin to the summer time switch window with offers for Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez.
Can Liverpool actually signal Alexander Isak?
It appears a bit bold to attempt convincing Newcastle to let such an vital participant go, however Edwards has advised Liverpool may have been given some encouragement that the participant desires the transfer.
“Isak has not knowledgeable Newcastle that he desires to depart. At the very least not but,” Edwards wrote.
“However he may, particularly if his head had been turned. Liverpool have clearly been given some encouragement – most likely by way of intermediaries – that Isak could be eager on the transfer if Newcastle had been keen to promote.”
It’s not a simple place for Newcastle to be in, particularly with the report including that Liverpool may additionally rival the Magpies for the signing of Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike.
Isak or Ekitike to Liverpool?
No matter occurs now, Liverpool followers can seemingly be fairly assured about their membership touchdown a high striker this summer time.
Isak could be the dream choice as he’s already confirmed within the Premier League, however Ekitike is one other thrilling expertise.
The Frenchman has shone within the Bundesliga and would additionally absolutely be a great Isak substitute for Newcastle.
