Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak now hinges on Newcastle United’s ability to secure a replacement striker, with the club reportedly stepping up efforts to sign Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig. According to Sky Sports, Newcastle have made a formal offer of €80 million for Sesko. The Slovenian forward, also linked to Manchester United, is being targeted as the potential successor to Isak, whose future at St James’ Park remains uncertain.
Newcastle have made a formal bid to RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko.
The bid is €75 + €5m — which matches Leipzig’s valuation. (£65.5m + £4.3m)
NUFC have presented their vision to the Slovenian striker and made it clear they want the deal to happen.
Sesko is… pic.twitter.com/4LJqV3cyUk— Keith Downie (@SkySports_Keith) August 2, 2025
Newcastle’s willingness to negotiate for Isak appears to be contingent on securing Sesko first. Despite public suggestions of keeping Isak, the club’s transfer moves suggest they are open to letting him go if they can bolster their frontline.
Sesko’s decision, however, remains unresolved. Some reports claim he prefers a move to Tyneside, while others suggest he’s yet to choose between staying at Leipzig, joining Newcastle, or heading to Old Trafford.
Newcastle push for Benjamin Sesko deal amid Liverpool pressure
Newcastle’s push for Sesko represents a crucial domino in this transfer saga. With Liverpool eager to land Isak, the Magpies are under pressure to resolve their striker situation swiftly. Failure to do so risks disrupting their preparations for the new campaign and potentially derailing Isak’s departure.
As of now, Isak is training with former club Real Sociedad, adding to speculation over his mindset and readiness. Meanwhile, Liverpool are hoping for clarity as the Premier League opener edges closer.
Liverpool eye Alexander Isak as attacking reinforcement
Jürgen Klopp’s side see Alexander Isak as a prime attacking addition. The Swedish forward has impressed since arriving in the Premier League and could provide a new dimension to Liverpool’s frontline. However, progress is tied to Newcastle’s ability to complete their own business first.
With just two weeks until the league kicks off and a month remaining in the window, time is becoming a factor. Liverpool travel to face Newcastle in three weeks, and there’s growing urgency to finalise any potential move before then.
Key weeks ahead for Newcastle and Liverpool
For Newcastle, the next steps will shape their season. Securing Sesko would offer a like-for-like replacement and free them to negotiate Isak’s exit. For Liverpool, it’s about timing — landing Isak quickly could be the difference between a settled squad and a disrupted start.
How the Sesko decision unfolds in the coming days will determine whether Liverpool get their man — or are forced to look elsewhere.
