Just because Liverpool could most likely afford Alexander Isak this summer, doesn’t mean they will sign the Newcastle star. After all, they have just recruited an exciting, young centre-forward who shares similar characteristics with the Swede, and a fee of £120–150 million could still dissuade them from pursuing a deal.

SPORT.com has all the latest news, updates, views and reaction from around the footballing world. Alexander Isak has shocked Newcastle United by informing the club he wants to explore a move

Liverpool’s admiration for Isak isn’t new. The Swedish international has long drawn glances from Anfield, but recent developments have added real urgency. According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Isak recently asked not to travel with Newcastle’s squad on their pre-season tour — a move that rarely signifies contentment.

Alexander Isak has been offered £600,000 a week after tax to join Al-Hilal as Newcastle's owners PIF look to keep the unhappy striker away fro.

Liverpool Targeting Isak in Bold Move Amid PSR ClarityLiverpool’s transfer strategy this summer is making waves, and not just for its ambition. On the latest episode of The Daily Red Podcast,

Newcastle are linked with two Premier League strikers and a Manchester United target as the consider the prospect of life after Alexander Isak.