Overview

• Multiple outlets report Liverpool are expected to submit a bid in excess of £130 million for Isak after an earlier £110 million offer was rejected.
• Newcastle have progressed a deal for Stuttgart’s Nick Woltemade and are targeting a second striker, with Brentford’s Yoane Wissa described as the leading option.
• Reporters characterize the situation as a linked transfer chain that also involves Brentford pursuing Borussia Dortmund’s Max Beier as cover before allowing Wissa to go.
• Aston Villa are reported to be exploring a late move for Beier, a development that could complicate Brentford’s plans and stall Newcastle’s ability to green‑light an Isak sale.
• Isak has been training away from Newcastle’s main group after a post citing “broken promises,” while Eddie Howe denies making commitments and stresses he is not controlling transfer decisions.