Liverpool target Isak ‘sets condition’ to ‘accept offer’ as ‘private’ Howe admission to Newcastle surfaces

According to reports, Newcastle United star Alexander Isak has ‘set a condition’ for him to ‘accept an offer’ amid interest from Liverpool.

Earlier this week, Liverpool‘s chances of signing Isak improved as the striker informed Newcastle of his intention to ‘explore’ a move elsewhere this summer.

The Reds’ summer spend surpassed £260m when they completed a deal for Hugo Ekitike, but they remain interested in Isak and they are said to be preparing a record move for the Newcastle sensation.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano provided more details on Isak’s situation on Thursday evening, claiming Liverpool are “on it” as Newcastle go bid” for Benjamin Sesko as a potential replacement.

“The player is exploring a move away from Newcastle. He’s been clear with the club. So they’ve started to react. Newcastle are going big – or at least trying to go big – on Benjamin Sesko,” Romano said on his YouTube channel.

“From what I understand, Newcastle are prepared to make a proposal to the player. It’s not easy.

“There’s a gentleman’s agreement between Sesko and RB Leipzig that he can leave for a ‘special’ club. That ‘special’ is decided by Sesko. The price will be €70-80m range, plus €10m in add-ons. Newcastle know about that and want to speak to Sesko.

“Isak is pushing to leave the club. Liverpool are there. They’re the club working on the deal. Liverpool have already spoken to the player and are interested even after signing Hugo Ekitike. Liverpool are on it.”

With Arsenal signing Viktor Gyokeres and Isak out of Manchester United’s price range, Liverpool are the main Premier League club in the running for the Newcastle star.

However, the Reds face competition from the Saudi Pro League and Middle East outlet Al-Riyadhiah confirms Al-Hilal are interested.

Alexander Isak replacement welcomes summer move to Newcastle

Newcastle have stepped up efforts to sign a new starting striker, now that Alexander Isak has signalled his intention to leave – amid interest from Liverpool.

It has been a disastrous summer transfer window so far for Newcastle, who have missed out on a number of targets to other Premier League clubs. And with it now expected that Isak will depart, they need to bounce back quickly in order to add reinforcements to Eddie Howe’s squad before the start of the new season.

Yoane Wissa has been strongly linked with Newcastle in recent days, but Newcastle want him and another striker. And after the Isak news, they have turned their attention to Man United target Benjamin Sesko.

Benjamin Sesko opens door to Newcastle move

Sesko, who is reported to have a gentleman’s agreement with RB Leipzig that will allow him to leave for £65-70m, is Newcastle’s preferred target to replace Isak, and according to TEAMtalk, the Slovenia international would be interested in a move to St James’ Park.

Sesko wants to continue his career in the Premier League, and after missing out on a move to Arsenal earlier in the summer, his options are now Newcastle and Man United – and at this stage, the former are favourites to secure his signature.