Alexander Isak has reportedly rejected a lucrative contract offer from Al Hilal, fueling speculation of a potential record-breaking move to Liverpool. The Newcastle striker made his desire to leave clear after skipping the team’s pre-season tour to Singapore. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed Isak’s intention to depart, highlighting Liverpool’s interest and their capacity to offer significant funds.
Al Hilal’s offer was reportedly extravagant, including a €35m annual salary, a €16m signing bonus, and various performance-related incentives. However, Isak’s rejection suggests a preference for a move to Anfield, which could lead to a British record transfer fee.
According to reports, Liverpool are preparing a bid in the region of £150m. The transfer may involve the sale of players like Luis Diaz or Darwin Nunez to fund the deal. The Daily Mail’s Craig Hope mentioned that Isak’s dissatisfaction stemmed from a perceived broken promise regarding a new contract at Newcastle last summer, suggesting a sense of feeling ‘checked out’ of the club. This could be linked to his withdrawal from a match against Arsenal last season, citing muscle fatigue.
The situation is fluid, with several details still to be worked out. While Newcastle would prefer to retain Isak, the prospect of a significant financial gain and the player’s clear desire to leave may lead to the club accepting Liverpool’s offer.