Liverpool Prepares Record Bid for Isak Amid Bids

Alexander Isak has informed Newcastle United of his intention to leave, with Liverpool leading the race and reportedly preparing a British record bid between £130-£150 million for the Swedish striker. Newcastle, citing a thigh injury for Isak's absence from their pre-season tour, are reluctant to sell but may be compelled by financial pressures and squad needs. Saudi club Al Hilal has offered Isak a lucrative £600,000-a-week net salary, which Newcastle cannot match, though Liverpool are financially well positioned to compete. If Isak departs, Newcastle are targeting RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko as a replacement, though Profit and Sustainability Rules complicate their pursuit. Should Federico Chiesa leave Liverpool for Atalanta, Isak could inherit the No. 14 shirt. The situation highlights Newcastle's struggle to retain key players and Liverpool's determination to bolster their squad.