Magpies’ Double Transfer Move Could Soften Stance on Swedish Striker’s Record Exit
Liverpool’s ambitious chase for Alexander Isak may have received an unexpected boost as Newcastle United appear to be preparing for life without their star striker. The Magpies’ sudden flurry of attacking reinforcements has sparked speculation they may finally be willing to negotiate with the Reds over their £110m-rated forward.
Isak’s Anfield Push Intensifies
The Swedish international has taken drastic measures to force a move, including submitting a transfer request and reportedly vacating his Newcastle home. Despite having their initial £110m bid rejected, Liverpool are believed to have returned with an improved £125m offer that could make Isak the Premier League’s most expensive signing ever – surpassing Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz.
Eddie Howe has already exiled the 24-year-old from first-team training, with tensions escalating as the September 1 deadline approaches. But the transfer landscape shifted dramatically on Friday when Newcastle agreed a £40m deal for Aston Villa’s Jacob Ramsey.
Newcastle’s Attacking Reshuffle Begins
The arrival of Ramsey, coupled with advanced talks for Brentford’s Yoane Wissa, suggests Newcastle are bracing for Isak’s departure. While Ramsey primarily operates as a left winger, his signing could allow Anthony Gordon to shift centrally – a contingency plan that may give Liverpool hope of finally breaking the deadlock.
Brentford’s Keith Andrews confirmed Wissa’s imminent exit ahead of their season opener, telling reporters: “It’s been a very disrupted pre-season… he is not in that space [to play].” The double swoop indicates Newcastle are actively restructuring their attack rather than digging their heels in over Isak.
Record-Breaking Deal on Horizon?
With Newcastle previously struggling in the transfer market – Anthony Elanga remains their only major summer signing until now – their sudden business could signal a pragmatic approach to FFP concerns. As the Magpies line up replacements, Liverpool may find the negotiating window they’ve been waiting for to land their prime striker target.
All eyes now turn to whether Newcastle’s softened stance will translate into acceptance of Liverpool’s mammoth bid – potentially rewriting Premier League transfer history in the coming days.
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