Liverpool could thwart Arsenal's bid to sign Alexander Isak this summer, as the Reds are reportedly “considering a £100m move” for one of his Newcastle team-mates.
Newcastle paid him a club record fee of around £63 million. Isaac He joined from La Liga side Real Sociedad in the summer of 2022 and proved to be a sensational signing, scoring 29 goals in 48 Premier League appearances for the Magpies.
Mikel Arteta's heart is on Isaac
The Saudi-backed PIF has invested heavily in Newcastle since taking control and has cash to spend, but is currently affected by Financial Fair Play issues.
It has been widely reported that at least one of the most expensive assets will have to be sold this summer, with Bruno Guimarães also drawing admiration. with Isaac.
independent person claimed last week that “Isak is at the top of Arsenal's list of striking targets this summer, as Mikel Arteta is currently keen to sign a forward to complete his squad.”
Newcastle are said to be “strongly opposed” to Isak leaving the club, so “a lot could depend on whether he decides to leave”.
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of daily star It is now claimed that Liverpool may be looking to throw a spanner in the works by offering Newcastle big money to sign Anthony Gordon.
The winger has been outstanding for Eddie Howe's side this season and was recently named Newcastle's Player of the Season, but he has struggled with life under new manager Arne Slott after Jurgen Klopp. In preparation, his performances are said to have “attracted the attention of Liverpool scouts”. .
Liverpool are said to have to pay close to £100m to sign the 23-year-old, who signed for £45m from Everton in January last year.
With reports that Arsenal are willing to pay the same amount for Isak, Newcastle may be tempted to look at Gordon's back as he would be a more lucrative sale target.
It is unclear whether Gordon himself will accept an offer from Liverpool, but he certainly seems to be enjoying his time at St James' Park, although reports suggest that Gordon is a lifelong Liverpool supporter and that prior to the move he It is recorded that he was a member of the youth team. He joined Everton at the age of 11.