Newcastle discover fates of twin transfer targets as Liverpool 'prepare £120m Alexander Isak bid' | OneFootball

Time is running out for Liverpool and Newcastle to resolve Isak’s future

This summer’s transfer saga involving Liverpool, Newcastle and Alexander Isak will be resolved one way or another next week.

However, it has been reported that any exit for the Sweden international is dependant on the Magpies signing two forwards before the summer transfer closes at 7pm BST on Monday, September 1, 2025.

Eddie Howe’s side have been linked with moves for Brentford’s Yoane Wissa and Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen. Although, they are struggling to reach an agreement on a transfer fee for both clubs.

In fact, the Bees are standing firm on their £60million valuation of Wissa after rejecting an offer worth £40m. Meanwhile, Newcastle have reportedly had a £50m bid for Larsen rejected by Wolves.

With Newcastle expected to push for both players ahead of next week’s deadline, they have been handed a significant boost in that one of their targets did not feature in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday.

Wissa was not in the Brentford matchday squad at all for their second round tie against Bournemouth. Elsewhere, Strand Larsen started on the bench against West Ham but was introduced in the second half - netting a quick-fire brace - which means he will be cup-tied if he moves on.

As a result, if Wissa makes the move to St James’ Park before the window closes, he will be available to feature for Newcastle in the competition when the holders enter in the third round.

This development comes hot on the heels of reports claiming Liverpool are preparing to launch a second bid worth £120m for Isak.

That offer is unlikely to be accepted because Newcastle have reportedly set their asking price at £150m. Journalist Ben Jacobs reported on Tuesday morning that the Reds and are not prepared to go anywhere near that value as paying such a figure would distort the market and weaken their position for future deals.