Newcastle United’s transfer window drama took another twist this week after club chiefs held a secret meeting with Alexander Isak, the wantaway striker who has made it clear he no longer sees his future at St. James’ Park.
According to reports, Newcastle co-owner Jamie Reuben and director Jacobo Solis visited Isak at his home on Monday, just hours before the club’s bruising last-minute defeat to Liverpool. The meeting is understood to have been an attempt to convince the Swedish international to stay at the club despite his growing discontent.
Newcastle’s Plea to Isak
The Magpies’ hierarchy are believed to have reassured Isak that both the supporters and his teammates are willing to welcome him back should he decide to commit his future to the club. Plans for his reintegration reportedly include both public and private apologies, aimed at mending fractured relationships within the squad.
However, whether this approach works remains uncertain. Isak himself has already taken to Instagram to publicly state that his relationship with Newcastle is “beyond repair,” citing broken promises and lost trust as the main reasons behind his stance.
Liverpool’s Renewed Push
Liverpool, meanwhile, are preparing a second bid worth £120m for the 24-year-old striker after seeing their opening £110m offer rejected nearly a month ago. While Newcastle remain adamant on their £150m valuation, insiders suggest the club may be forced to reconsider if Isak refuses to extend his contract and pushes for the move.
Transfer expert Ben Jacobs has reported that Liverpool believe going as high as £150m would distort the market and harm their negotiating position in future windows. Nevertheless, with Arne Slot’s side in desperate need of another forward, their interest in Isak remains firm.
Newcastle’s Striker Hunt
With Isak edging closer to the exit door, Newcastle are scrambling to secure reinforcements. Sky Sports’ Keith Downie claims the Magpies are working “furiously” to bring in not one but two new strikers.
So far, their pursuit has been frustrating. The club has already been turned down by Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Bryan Mbeumo, Hugo Ekitike, and Benjamin Sesko. Current priority targets include Brentford’s Yoane Wissa and Wolves’ Jorgen Strand-Larsen, but Newcastle have already seen bids of £40m and £50m rejected respectively.
What Next?
The saga looks far from over. If Newcastle cannot persuade Isak to stay, they may be forced to cash in and rebuild quickly before the transfer window closes. Liverpool, on the other hand, sense an opportunity and are pressing hard to land one of Europe’s most sought-after forwards.
For Newcastle fans, the hope is that their star striker has a change of heart. For Liverpool, this could be the marquee signing that strengthens their Premier League title defense.
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