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David Ornstein confirms Alexander Isak stance after Newcastle reject Liverpool offer

Originally posted on Empire of the Kop
By Farrell Keeling | Last updated Aug 1, 2025 7:31 AM ET

Newcastle have rejected a ‘formal offer’ from Liverpool for Alexander Isak.

This comes at a time when the Magpies are actively exploring potential replacements in the market, including deals for Benjamin Sesko ( RB Leipzig) and Yoane Wissa (Brentford).

The Merseysiders themselves are keen to add a world-class striker option to the squad after having already reinforced the forward line with Hugo Ekitike.

Newcastle reject Liverpool offer for Alexander Isak

The renowned David Ornstein at The Athletic now confirms that Liverpool have been rebuffed in their latest approach amid ongoing talks with Newcastle over Isak’s future.

Another Premier League swap looms amid clear Isak stance

One notable detail that shouldn’t escape the fanbase’s attention, however, is further confirmation that the player’s absence from the pre-season tour ‘was the player’s preference amid his uncertain future’.

So, the Premier League striker unequivocally wants the move to Anfield this summer.

It’s now up to the clubs to find a solution that allows Newcastle the room to manoeuver financially in the window and Liverpool to get their top striker target.

Any figure in excess of £120m is sure to provide Eddie Howe’s men with more than enough PSR headroom to prepare the squad for the challenges of competing additionally in the Champions League this term.

Given only Anthony Elanga and free signing Antonio Cordero have walked through the doors so far, it’s clear the Magpies still have much work left to do.

This article first appeared on Empire of the Kop and was syndicated with permission.

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