1. Liverpool are really keen on Isak. Their interest in the Swedish forward is genuine, and after months of evaluation, they have identified him as their perfect summer transfer target.
2. Newcastle are really reluctant to sell Isak. They have repeatedly stated through various channels that "Isak is not for sale". Newcastle see Isak as a core figure in their plans for next season – a crucial campaign that includes the Champions League – and are trying to renew his contract (he has three years left on his current deal).
3.The situation between the clubs is this: Newcastle insist on not selling, but Liverpool have expressed their willingness to negotiate and pay a huge sum.
4.Isak himself hasn't said no to Liverpool; he is open to a move and is also in talks with Newcastle over a contract extension. So Newcastle have a chance to keep him, just as they did last summer.
5.Liverpool have had direct club-to-club contact with Newcastle and have prepared a record-breaking £120 million total package, having informed Newcastle of their willingness to make the offer. Now it all depends on how Newcastle respond, in the next few hours to days.
6. Liverpool won't put all their eggs in one basket with Isak; they'll buy him if a deal can be struck, and if they can't secure Isak, their target will be Ékitiké.
7. Ékitiké is also a target for Newcastle. Eintracht Frankfurt have rejected Newcastle's €80 million offer and are holding out for €100 million. Liverpool have also opened talks with Ékitiké's team and are monitoring the situation regarding both players at Newcastle and Frankfurt.
