Liverpool has smashed the British transfer record by signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle for £125 million.
The Swedish striker, who scored 21 goals last season, joins as Reds defend their title.
Liverpool has finalized the acquisition of Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak in a transfer valued at £125 million, establishing a new British transfer record on deadline day.
The 25-year-old Swedish forward, who netted 21 goals in the Premier League last season, joins Arne Slot squad as the Reds look to defend their league title and strengthen their attacking options.
The move marks Liverpool’s second record-breaking transfer of the summer, reflecting both the club’s ambition and the soaring cost of top-tier talent in English football.
Reports indicate negotiations were intense, with Newcastle initially reluctant to part ways with their talisman. However, Liverpool’s persistence, coupled with the player’s willingness to make the switch, eventually sealed the deal.
Isak is expected to undergo medical tests today before being officially unveiled at Anfield. Sources close to the deal suggest that the striker had long favored a move to Merseyside, with Liverpool emerging as his only preferred destination, despite wider interest.
Fans have expressed excitement at the signing, seeing Isak as a perfect fit for Liverpool’s fast-paced, attacking style. At the same time, the deal has reignited debate over escalating Premier League spending, as clubs continue to push financial limits in pursuit of success.
If Isak delivers on expectations, the record-breaking fee could prove a crucial investment in Liverpool’s push for both domestic and European glory this season.
