TNT Sports sources have now disputed claims that Liverpool have made contact with Newcastle over the future of Alexander Isak.
This follows widespread reports from The Athletic, Ben Jacobs and Fabrizio Romano.
Liverpool prepared to pay a British transfer record for Alexander Isak and surpass the Florian Wirtz package, as revealed in June.
All depends on #NUFC, with club-to-club talks but no formal bid yet. #LFC want clarity, and could turn to Hugo Ekitike if Isak isn’t possible.?? https://t.co/N3fLWUccKl
— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) July 15, 2025
The Merseysiders, for their part, were understood to be prepared to table a bid of around £120m to complete the deal.
Hugo Ekitike remains an intriguing option for the Reds’ recruitment team, should it become apparent that Newcastle are not prepared to engage in any discussions.
Liverpool have reportedly not made contact over Alexander Isak
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It’s been a pretty explosive afternoon of Liverpool transfer news. First, Arne Slot’s men have got in touch with Newcastle to discuss Alexander Isak… and now, they haven’t?
TNT Sports claimed as much in their latest tweet on X (formerly Twitter), despite a number of reputable claims to the contrary.
Liverpool have made no contact with anyone at Newcastle over Alexander Isak, TNT Sports sources understand. pic.twitter.com/Ma4jsBd5CB
— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) July 15, 2025
To be completely fair to TNT, this would be pretty consistent with Newcastle’s clear unwillingness to part ways with their 27-goal striker.
Appearances
Goals
Assists
42
27
6
* Alexander Isak stats from the 2024/25 campaign (all competitions), via Transfermarkt
That said, it’s far from being consistent with Liverpool’s position on the matter. The reigning Premier League champions need a new striker and are, by all accounts, huge admirers of Isak.
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