Versatile upfront, ability to press hard and win duels make Newcastle forward generate interest from Liverpool, Arsenal as race for his signature heats up in summer transfer window.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak wants to explore a move away from the club, but could Real Madrid afford him?

Liverpool’s transfer radar has zoomed in on Alexander Isak following dramatic developments at Newcastle United. The Swedish striker, valued by many at around £130 million, has reportedly made his intentions clear to leave the Magpies, igniting speculation about a record-breaking offer from the Reds.

Just how good is Alexander Isak? Can the Magpies compete on all fronts without him? Would paying the Swede upset the Newcastle project?

Then there are Isak’s wages. His exact demands are unknown but given his status as one of the world’s leading players a range of £250,000 to £300,000 a week is far from unreasonable. At that level, the hit to a club would be £15m-£18m annually.

Newcastle defender Dan Burn has said that Alexander Isak leaving would "upset" the players, amid continued talk of a move to Liverpool.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe says the settling of Alexander Isak's future at St James' Park "has to be right for Newcastle". The 25-year-old striker is considering his future at the club amid interest from Premier League champions Liverpool.

Eddie Howe admits that Newcastle United’s board “have a decision to make” when it comes to Alexander Isak’s future, but insists that whatever the outcome it must be in the best interests of the club.

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe has said striker Alexander Isak’s future will be decided by the club’s ownership..

Eddie Howe has admitted Newcastle have a decision to make on Alexander Isak's future but reiterated his hope that the striker will stay at the club this season.

Liverpool are reportedly preparing to make a formal offer for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, with the Reds said to have agreed a deal with Bayern Munich for the transfer of Luis Diaz.