Alexander Isak or bust! Liverpool make key transfer decision as Reds zone in on wantaway Newcastle striker

As per Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool have decided that Isak is their top transfer target and are not actively pursuing Barcola despite internal discussions. The Reds admire the PSG winger but view the Swedish striker as the key player to lead their attack. Negotiations are going to remain focused solely on the Newcastle man until the end.

Liverpool have already spent heavily this summer and will not chase multiple blockbuster signings at this stage. Their priority is securing Isak, who has made himself unavailable to Newcastle amid growing uncertainty as he pushes the Magpies to sell him. The Tyneside club, however, insist their star striker is not for sale.

Sources suggest Isak has told Newcastle he does not wish to play for them again. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s £110m offer was rejected, but they remain confident the striker’s desire to leave could force progress. Meanwhile, no formal talks have taken place for Barcola, with the winger only viewed as a secondary option if their move for Isak hits a complete and final roadblock.

The Premier League champions must now wait for Newcastle’s decision, with the saga hinging on whether the Magpies eventually soften their stance. Isak remains determined to push for a move to Anfield, and Arne Slot's side are prepared to hold firm until late in the window if required.