Liverpool are on course to rewrite the history books, with Arne Slot leading the charge for the Premier League Winner’s Medal. The Merseyside club will be facing Newcastle United in the EFL Cup Final, and one name stands out in both camps, Alexander Isak. The Swedish striker has been Newcastle’s standout performer this season and has attracted the attention of the Kop officials.
With 19 goals and 5 assists in the top flight of English Football, the 25-year-old is a tempting prospect for Liverpool, who may soon be in the market for a new no.9. While Darwin Nunez has been tireless up front, his inconsistency when it comes to finding the back of the net has raised questions, considering it’s the Urugauan’s third season in England.
Former Arsenal star and pundit Ian Wright highlights that the Gunners are also in need of a forward, with injuries further complicating their situation. However, given how the season is unfolding, Isak may find Merseyside more appealing than North London. “I’d like to to think Mikel Arteta could convince him but look at Liverpool and Arne Slot. I would hate it if it was between Arsenal and Liverpool because he would probably go for Liverpool with the way it’s gone for Arne Slot.” said Wright on The Overlap.
However, the Magpies won’t easily let go of their star strikers, with reports suggesting that they have placed a £120 million price tag on Isak. For Liverpool, there have been talks of a potential swap deal involving Nunez plus additional transfer fees. Alternatively, a move to Saudi Arabia could help fund the transfer, as reports from the January transfer window suggested Liverpool turned down a bid from Al Nassr for the Uruguayan forward.
Despite Newcastle’s ambitions, their Champions League qualification remains uncertain, while Liverpool are among the favorites to lift the trophy for a seventh time. With Isak entering his prime, it will be interesting to see where he plays his club football, and the prospect of silverware might just influence his decision.
