Liverpool have completed the sensational signing of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United in a British-record £125 million move.
The Sweden striker signed a six-year deal with the Premier League champions, ending a long-running transfer saga that captured headlines throughout the window.
Speaking to Liverpool’s website, Isak said:
“I feel amazing. It’s been a long journey to get here. I’m super happy to be part of this team and this club. I’m proud and excited to get started.”
Liverpool’s initial £110 million bid in August was rejected, but the club returned with an improved offer that Newcastle couldn’t refuse. Isak, 25, pushed for the move, training alone at Real Sociedad and missing Newcastle’s Asia tour.
The forward was reportedly frustrated with Newcastle’s refusal to honour a prior agreement that he could leave for a top club under the right conditions.
Isak now becomes Arne Slot’s marquee signing of the summer and adds firepower to a Liverpool side looking to defend their league title.
