With Alexander Isak pushing to leave Newcastle this summer, the club may be forced to find a high-profile replacement for their star striker.
Alexander Isak’s future at Newcastle United is suddenly under major scrutiny following reports that the Swedish striker has informed the club of his desire to explore a summer transfer.
Despite being under contract until 2028, the 25-year-old, who scored 23 Premier League goals last season, has grown frustrated by Newcastle’s reluctance to meet his wage demands and has expressed his ambition to play at the highest level.
Isak is believed to have been disappointed by the club's failure to capitalise on Liverpool’s recent interest, especially after the Reds signed Hugo Ekitike, a player Newcastle had long viewed as his potential successor.
Liverpool, the reigning Premier League champions, have made an informal approach to Newcastle for Isak, with a potential deal valued at around £120m-£150m, which could break the British transfer record.
Newcastle remain publicly firm in their stance that Isak is not for sale, slapping a £150m price tag on his head.
However, behind the scenes, the club is bracing for the possibility that their star striker could depart this summer.
Talks over a new contract have stalled, and the player’s absence from pre-season matches, officially due to injury, has only added fuel to the speculation.
If Isak does move on, Newcastle will be forced into a high-stakes search for a replacement.
Having already missed out on Ekitike, Gyokeres, Joao Pedro, and Liam Delap, Eddie Howe's options are narrowing.
With Champions League ambitions, finding a forward capable of replacing Isak's goals, versatility, and star power will be no small task.
So, who could realistically fill the void? Here’s a look at the potential replacements Newcastle could target if their £60m signing departs after just three seasons on Tyneside.
Alexander Isak Next Club Odds
| Isak Next Club | Odds |
|---|---|
| Liverpool | 4/6 |
| Stay At Newcastle | 6/4 |
| Any Saudi Arabian Team | 16/1 |
| PSG | 22/1 |
| Man Utd | 33/1 |
Alexander Isak to Liverpool Odds
Liverpool remain firmly in contention to sign Alexander Isak at a best price of 4/6 with Bet Victor.
While Newcastle have insisted Isak is not for sale, the Swedish striker’s desire to explore his options, and his frustration over failed contract talks, has shifted the dynamic and it is currently more likely he joins Liverpool (60% chance) than stays at Newcastle (40% chance).
Slot's side were priced as long as 3/1 to sign him before the news broke yesterday (24th July).
Liverpool are one of the few clubs capable of meeting Newcastle’s £150m valuation without falling foul of PSR regulations, and their interest hasn’t cooled despite the £79m signing of Hugo Ekitike.
With key forward options like Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz potentially up for sale and Mohamed Salah entering the final year of his contract, Isak represents both a short-term upgrade and a long-term statement of intent.
The clock is ticking, but if Isak signals his willingness to leave more forcefully in the coming weeks, Liverpool are in prime position to make their move.
Newcastle Transfer Odds: Who will replace Isak?
| Next Newcastle Striker | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Sesko | 1/2 | 67% |
| Dominic Calvert-Lewin | 6/4 | 40% |
| Nicolas Jackson | 6/1 | 14% |
| Ollie Watkins | 8/1 | 11% |
| Darwin Nunez | 8/1 | 11% |
| Christopher Nkunku | 12/1 | 8% |
Benjamin Sesko Next Club Odds
Benjamin Sesko is now just 1/2 (Bet Victor) to join Newcastle United as the Magpies line him up as a potential replacement for Alexander Isak, should the Swedish striker depart this summer.
The 22-year-old Slovenian forward has become one of Europe’s most sought-after young talents, combining blistering pace, aerial dominance, and a 6’5” frame with a clinical touch in front of goal.
After scoring 21 goals for RB Leipzig last season, Sesko has attracted interest from Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea, but Newcastle have surged into pole position after it was reported last night that Newcastle were ready to present their project to the forward.
With long-standing admiration for the player dating back to his RB Salzburg days, and the financial muscle to trigger his €70m–€80m price if Isak is sold, Newcastle are well placed to make a move.
Their Champions League status and clear pathway to a starring role make St. James’ Park an attractive destination, and with Arsenal signing Gyokeres and Chelsea no longer looking for a forward, the odds are narrowing by the day.
