Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Alexander Isak goes on STRIKE in desperate bid to force through Liverpool move



Posted Friday, August 15, 2025 by Goal.com

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Alexander Isak goes on STRIKE in desperate bid to force through Liverpool move

Isak goes on STRIKE amid ongoing Liverpool pursuit

Alexander Isak is refusing to play in Newcastle United's Premier League opener against Aston Villa amid his desperation to join Liverpool this summer.

According to the Daily Mail, Isak, 25, has made himself unavailable for the Magpies' trip to Villa Park on Saturday as the saga surrounding his future looks set to continue. The Sweden international had already told Newcastle he does not wish to play for them again after Liverpool had an initial £110 million ($149m) offer rejected by the St. James' Park club, who insist their star man is not for sale.

Tottenham defender Spence set to sign new contract

Djed Spence will soon sign a new contract with Tottenham after breaking into the starting XI under Ange Postecoglou last season.

Spence is set to sign a new contract with Tottenham, according to Paul O'Keefe and Fabrizio Romano. The Spurs defender joined the north London side back in 2022 but was given next to no first-team opportunities for three years before finally coming back into the starting XI picture at the start of last season.

Revealed: Roma made £20m Sancho bid

Roma have reportedly submitted an offer to sign Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho this summer worth £20 million ($27m). The England international has been out of favour at Old Trafford for the last few seasons and has been on loan to Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea, but both sides eventually opted against a permanent move for the 25-year-old.

The Athletic has reported that Serie A side Roma have submitted an official bid worth £20m for Sancho this summer, as the England international continues to look for a move away from Manchester United. The 25-year-old joined Chelsea last summer on a season-long loan deal with an obligation to make the move permanent this summer. However, the Blues eventually decided to pay a penalty fee to back out of their commitment.

Hojlund to stay in PL?! Fulham considering shock move

Fulham are reportedly considering a shock move for Manchester United outcast Rasmus Hojlund as AC Milan continue talks to sign the Dane. The 22-year-old has been the subject of transfer interest from AC Milan this summer following the Red Devils' move for Benjamin Sesko earlier this summer. The striker is reportedly now open to a move away from Old Trafford.

The Daily Mail have now reported that Hojlund has now been approached by Premier League side Fulham over a summer move. The Cottagers are preparing for Rodrigo Muniz to leave Craven Cottage this summer with Atalanta hot on his heels, and are therefore now looking at Hojlund as a replacement.

Newcastle yet to decide on Jackson swoop — continue to monitor

Newcastle United are keeping their eye on a number of strikers this summer amid the uncertainty over Alexander Isak's future as the Swedish striker continues to push for a move to Liverpool. Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson has been discussed as an option, however, it has been reported that the Magpies are still undecided over whether they want to make a move for the Senegalese.

It is said that the Chelsea talisman is their major option to replace Isak; however, iNews has reported that the Magpies are still yet to decide if they want to move for the Senegalese striker.

Hojlund's DAD gets involved in Man Utd exit saga

Reports in Italy have suggested that Manchester United's exiled striker Rasmus Hojlund is now open to leaving Manchester United this summer after having earlier been against leaving Old Trafford. Additonally, the Danish striker's father, Anders, has now told AC Milan that his son is ready to move to Italy, as the Serie A giants look to launch a move.

As per Gazzetta dello Sport, the delegation of the Italian side directly reached out to Hojlund's entourage, and the report has suggested that the Dane's father, Anders, indicated that his son is now open to a move away from Old Trafford.

Wrexham poised to smash transfer record for Broadhead

Wrexham are poised to smash their transfer record again with the signing of Ipswich Town forward Nathan Broadhead in a deal which could rise to £10 million.

The Championship new boys are close to completing the signing of Wales international Broadhead, 27, who is in the last year of his contract at Ipswich. The BBC reports that while the initial fee is likely to be lower than £10m, it is believed that figure could be reached in the future.

Forest's £26m bid accepted by Rennes for French striker Kalimuendo

Nottingham Forest are closing in on the signing of Arnaud Kalimuendo after Rennes accepted a £26 million from the Premier League side.

According to L'Equipe, Forest had agreed personal terms with Kalimuendo before finalising a £26m ($35m) deal with Rennes, where he was contracted until 2027.

Leeds linked with shock move for 34-goal AC Milan striker

Leeds United are reportedly weighing up a late-window push for AC Milan forward Noah Okafor as they look to supercharge their attacking options.

Crystal Palace consider Liverpool star as part of Guehi swap

Crystal Palace are considering a move for Liverpool ace Harvey Elliott and could try to make it part of a swap deal involving defender Marc Guehi.

Porto named as 'main suitors' for forgotten Arsenal defender

Oleksandr Zinchenko has interest from Portuguese giants Porto as he looks to secure an exit from Arsenal after dropping out of Mikel Arteta's plans.

Revealed: Liverpool's big transfer fear over Konate

Real Madrid have reportedly sent shockwaves through Anfield after opening direct lines with Ibrahima Konate over a blockbuster move to the Bernabeu.

Roma bid to sign Man Utd outcast Sancho on season-long loan

Roma have reportedly made a bid to sign Manchester United flop Jadon Sancho on a season-long loan.

Wrexham to smash club record deal again with £10m transfer

Wrexham have agreed a £10m ($13.5m) record deal to sign Ipswich Town winger Nathan Broadhead.

Ramos commits to PSG after Super Cup heroics

Goncalo Ramos says he will stay at Paris Saint-Germain after coming off the bench to inspire a dramatic UEFA Super Cup comeback win over Tottenham.

When asked about his future, he was clear: "Yes, I confirm that I am staying this season."

Bayern rejected again! Woltemade's agent lambasts Stuttgart

Stuttgart have turned down an offer from Bayern Munich for the third time this summer, prompting Nick Woltemade's advisor to voice blunt criticism.

Barca can finally register Garcia as La Liga approve Ter Stegen report

Barcelona will be allowed to register Joan Garcia after receiving La Liga’s approval on the Marc-Andre ter Stegen medical report.

Amorim pushing for Baleba as Man Utd consider alternative

Ruben Amorim is reportedly urging Manchester United to try and sign Brighton star Carlos Baleba, but a list of alternative options has been drawn up.



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