Alexander Isak has emerged as one of the best strikers in the Premier League, and he would be a dream addition for Liverpool, but the Reds might have to wait to get their hands on him

Newcastle United have been urged to retain Alexander Isak at all costs as the Hugo Ekitike transfer saga continues.

It was widely reported at the start of the week that Liverpool were willing to offer a club-record fee to buy Isak. Newcastle quickly rebuffed that approach, prompting the Reds to shift their focus onto Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitiké, who had previously been billed as a leading target for the Magpies.

Liverpool’s summer recruitment strategy continues to evolve under their new manager, and one emerging name is drawing increasing interest—Ekitike. With Isak effectively priced out of the market, the attention has shifted towards a younger,

Eddie Howe chooses his words carefully. This isn't a man prone to emotional outbursts, soundbites for the cameras or hyperbole. As journalists, if we are being honest, his Press conferences are often quite dry.

The latest from St James Park as Newcastle United look to secure their second major signing of the summer transfer window.

Jamie Carragher, as ever, was ahead of the curve. Back in April, speaking on the ‘It’s Called Soccer!’ podcast, the former Liverpool defender offered his thoughts on Ekitike. “There’s the lad at Eintracht Frankfurt who scored against Tottenham in the week, and I’m not going to try and pronounce his name!” Carragher laughed.

Liverpool have made an approach to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United. The Merseyside club say no formal offer has been submitted as they are well aware Newcastle’s stance has always been that Isak is not for sale. However, they have communicated their interest to do a deal in the region of £120million.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has expressed confidence that Alexander Isak will remain at the club this summer, despite the striker’s absence from their 4-0 pre-season defeat to Celtic and