Liverpool Completes £125m Alexander Isak Transfer from Newcastle

Liverpool have finalized a £125 million deal to sign striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, making him the most expensive British transfer in history and the club's record signing. The 25-year-old will wear the No. 9 shirt and has signed a six-year contract, with availability as early as mid-September. Isak had been eager to leave Newcastle, where financial constraints and contract negotiation delays contributed to a prolonged transfer saga, including training separately from the squad and missing preseason. Newcastle addressed the void left by Isak by signing forwards Yoane Wissa for £55 million and Nick Woltemade, aiming to bolster their attack ahead of the new season. Fans of both clubs expressed excitement about the moves, though some Liverpool supporters voiced concerns about Isak's commitment due to his transfer saga. Overall, the summer transfer window has been record-breaking for British clubs, underscoring Liverpool's ambitions and Newcastle's financial balancing act.