Premier League
Liverpool has closed the signing of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for 130 million pounds, making it the most expensive transfer in Premier League history.
The news, reported by Fabrizio Romano, will be official in the coming hours and marks a milestone in the English transfer market.
🚨💣 BREAKING: Alexander Isak to Liverpool, here we go! Deal agreed now for £130m transfer fee. Record move for Premier League.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 31, 2025
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. pic.twitter.com/AGnXqBKsmX
A record in Premier League history
Alexander Isak's transfer surpasses the £106 million that Chelsea paid for Enzo Fernández in January 2023 and also the £116 million that the 'reds' disbursed this summer for Florian Wirtz. The final deal includes 125 million direct to Liverpool and additional solidarity payments that raise the total figure to 130.
The 25-year-old Swedish forward will sign a six-season contract and undergo a medical examination this Monday. With this move, the reigning English champions secure a top offensive reinforcement to face the defense of their title.
Isak's departure from Newcastle
Newcastle United had insisted all summer that their star was not for sale. However, player pressure and Liverpool's ambition were decisive. Isak had already shown his discontent by not participating in the preseason or in the early league matches. He even issued a statement in August stating that his relationship with the club "could not continue."
Eddie Howe, Newcastle's coach, requested "clarity" after the defeat against Liverpool at St James' Park and assured that he only thinks about players who are committed to the project. Meanwhile, the northern English club reinforced with Nick Woltemade and sought alternatives in the market like Jorgen Strand Larsen.

Statistics that support Isak's signing for Liverpool
Last season, Isak was the main offensive reference for Newcastle with 27 goals in 42 matches, second only to Mohamed Salah in the top scorers' list. His ability to play as a fixed reference or to move to the wings makes him a versatile forward, ideal for Arne Slot's scheme.
With his arrival, Liverpool has invested over 250 million this summer, after adding Ekitike, Wirtz, Milos Kerkez, and Jeremie Frimpong. The ambition is clear: to stay at the top of English football and compete in Europe.
Alexander Isak's signing is not only an economic record but also a statement of intent. Liverpool has started the season with three consecutive victories — including the narrow win over Newcastle — and now adds a reinforcement that promises to be decisive in the title race.
The arrival of the Swedish player, backed by numbers and projection, consolidates the 'reds' as one of the most powerful teams on the continent.
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