Liverpool yet to give up on ‘dream signing’ Alexander Isak as Newcastle contract decision nears

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Liverpool have not given up hope of signing Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, Rousing The Kop can exclusively reveal.

The Reds are on the lookout for a new striker this summer and are considering various options to fill the role.

While he is far from being the only player admired, Liverpool are understood to consider Isak as a ‘dream signing’ for Arne Slot.

Although Newcastle remain in a strong position to keep the 25-year-old, RTK have been told suggestions that Isak staying on Tyneside is a formality are wide of the mark.

Newcastle qualified for the Champions League on the final day of the Premier League season, leading to assumptions Isak would be certain to remain at St James’ Park.

However, it is understood that contract talks with the Sweden striker will play a greater role in whether he stays or decides to look for a new challenge in the transfer window.

Liverpool not giving up on Alexander Isak

2024/25 was a phenomenal season for Isak. As well as scoring 23 Premier League goals, he also hit what proved to be the winning strike in the Carabao Cup final.

Liverpool saw just how devastating Isak can be up close at Wembley that day, although their interest is understood to far precede it.

After three excellent years at the club, Newcastle regard Isak as one of the best strikers in world football. However, his wages are currently not reflective of this status.

Isak is understood to be happy at Newcastle, but is looking for an improvement on his current deal in order to commit his future to the club.

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Granting his wishes would mean the Magpies breaking their wage structure, and Isak’s representatives are understood to be working on an agreement.

Liverpool are keeping close tabs on the situation and are ready to make their move if encouragement is given that an exit is possible.

Although there is understood to be no exact timescale on a decision, an indication as to the direction of travel is expected to arrive in the coming weeks.

Liverpool still assessing striker market

Although Liverpool have been busy so far in the transfer market, they are yet to move firmly on a new centre-forward.

Work is being done behind the scenes, though, and RTK understands Liverpool are continuing to sound out a number of potential targets.

Interest in Isak is thought to be affecting an advancement in any one deal, with the Reds waiting for a clearer picture on the Sweden international’s future.

Victor Osimhen is understood to remain on the shortlist at Liverpool, while Viktor Gyokeres and Hugo Ekitike are admired as well.

But as Liverpool position themselves to sign a new No. 9, the outcome of Isak’s contract discussions is likely to determine which path they ultimately take.