Liverpool have completed the blockbuster signing of Swedish striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United in a sensational £130 million deal, setting a new Premier League transfer record on deadline day.
The move ends one of the summer’s longest-running transfer sagas, with the 25-year-old finally getting his dream switch to Anfield. Liverpool’s initial £110m bid was rejected by Newcastle earlier in the window, but after the Magpies secured Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart, Eddie Howe’s side accepted an additional £20m to sanction the deal.
Isak Chooses Liverpool Over Rivals
Isak had made it clear he only wanted Liverpool, turning down approaches from several Premier League clubs and lucrative offers from Saudi Pro League sides. His determination to play for the defending champions proved decisive as the Reds wrapped up the biggest transfer in English football history.
The Sweden international leaves Newcastle after a prolific spell, scoring 62 goals in 109 appearances and finishing as the club’s top scorer in each of the past two seasons. He was also the second-highest scorer in the Premier League last season, behind Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah.
Romano Confirms the Deal
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano confirmed the agreement on X (formerly Twitter), writing:
“Alexander Isak to Liverpool, here we go! Deal agreed now for £130m transfer fee. Record move for Premier League. Isak, on his way today for medical tests as new Liverpool player after long-term deal agreed months ago. It was always ONLY Liverpool for Isak.”
From AIK to Anfield: Isak’s Journey
Before his arrival at Newcastle in 2022, Isak developed through AIK in Sweden, enjoyed spells at Borussia Dortmund, Willem II, and truly rose to prominence with Real Sociedad in La Liga.
Internationally, he has scored 16 goals in 52 appearances for Sweden and played a key role in his nation’s recent qualification campaigns. Newcastle fans will also remember his decisive contributions in their EFL Carabao Cup triumph over Liverpool last year.
Slot’s Statement Signing
For Liverpool boss Arne Slot, this record-breaking transfer is the perfect conclusion to a high-profile summer of squad reinforcements. Isak’s arrival not only strengthens Liverpool’s attacking options but also signals the club’s intent to continue their dominance in the Premier League and Europe.
With Alexander Isak now at Anfield, Reds supporters will be eager to see how he links up with Salah, Florian Wirtz, and Hugo Ekitike in what promises to be one of the most lethal frontlines in world football.