Arne Slot’s Liverpool have received a massive boost in their pursuit of Newcastle United attacking mainstay Alexander Isak.

Alexander Isak has taken a massive call on his future. According to David Ornstein, the Swedish international has decided he will not play for Newcastle again. It is a massive boost for Liverpool, who have been working hard to strike a deal with the Tyneside club.

Isak’s future has been one of the biggest talking points in the ongoing transfer window. The Newcastle striker handed in a transfer request in the recent past as he is keen on making a switch to Liverpool.

After he made his desire known to the people at the club, the Reds came forward and submitted an offer for his signature. However, their efforts went in vain as Newcastle turned down the offer without a second thought.

Having failed with an initial offer, Liverpool decided against returning with an improved offer. However, Isak remains adamant that he wants to secure the move to the Merseyside club before the end of the transfer window.

Arne Slot’s team continue to monitor his situation, as he remains a top priority for them in the final weeks of the window. Following the departure of Darwin Nunez to Al-Hilal, the Reds have the finances to get the deal over the line.

Liverpool’s chances of signing Isak boosted

They are ready to step up their pursuit, but they are waiting for the perfect opportunity. Liverpool are hoping Newcastle will change their stance in the coming days as Isak continues to push for a move away.

He has been asked to train away from the group by Eddie Howe, who recently suggested that he only wants players who are committed to the project. While the Magpies made it clear to Isak that he won’t be allowed to force his way out, the 25-year-old is not willing to accept that.

He is now adamant that he won’t play for the Tyneside club again. Even if the window closes without a potential transfer, he considers his career at Newcastle over. He has no desire to reintegrate into the first team. While the Magpies maintain their stance, they have started looking at the market amidst interest from rivals Liverpool.

Isak’s decision is a massive boost for the Merseyside club. If Newcastle finally change their stance, the Reds can certainly strike a record deal to bring the Swedish international to Anfield.