Liverpool told £75m bid for “Nightmare” Will Be Accepted, He’d Be Incredible with Isak
Liverpool have reached an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen to sign Florian Wirtz for an initial fee of £100 million, which could rise to a British-record £116 million with add-ons.
Although Trent Alexander-Arnold has taken his exceptional creative talents to Real Madrid, Liverpool’s attacking fluidity is expected to remain strong—or possibly even improve—thanks to the arrival of the German number ten under Arne Slot’s guidance.
Encouragingly, The Times has reported that more additions to the squad are anticipated following Liverpool’s Premier League title win last season. However, one or two departures may be required to balance the books, with Luis Diaz drawing interest from both Barcelona and clubs in the Saudi Pro League.
Should Diaz, a key figure in last season’s campaign, leave Anfield, Liverpool would need to secure a suitable replacement—and Fenway Sports Group reportedly have a specific target in mind.
Football Insider claims Liverpool have been told that a bid in the region of £75 million would be sufficient for Newcastle United to sanction the sale of Anthony Gordon.
Gordon, now 24, was on Liverpool’s radar during last summer’s transfer window, but Newcastle opted for alternative strategies to avoid breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules.
Liverpool’s willingness to spend heavily on Gordon may ultimately hinge on whether Diaz remains at the club. However, should the 28-year-old depart, the Newcastle winger appears to be Arne Slot’s preferred option.
Why Liverpool Want Anthony Gordon
When Liverpool attempted to sign Anthony Gordon a year ago, he had just been named Newcastle’s Player of the Season, having registered an impressive 28 goal contributions.
Describing himself as a “nightmare for anyone” he faces, the England international is known for his relentless drive to “always make things happen.” Operating primarily from the left wing, his profile would be an ideal fit should Luis Diaz move on this summer.
While his output hasn’t quite matched the previous season, Gordon has continued to display his high-level potential—and with Arne Slot now at the helm, there’s every reason to believe he could take another major step forward.
| Anthony Gordon in the Premier League | ||
|---|---|---|
| Stats (* per game) | 23/24 | 24/25 |
| Matches (starts) | 35 (34) | 34 (28) |
| Goals | 11 | 6 |
| Assists | 10 | 5 |
| Shots (on target)* | 2.3 (0.9) | 1.7 (0.6) |
| Pass completion | 82% | 81% |
| Key passes* | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Big chances created | 16 | 6 |
| Dribbles* | 1.5 | 1.1 |
| Ball recoveries* | 3.6 | 2.9 |
| Tackles + interceptions* | 1.8 | 1.1 |
| Duels (won)* | 5.3 (49%) | 4.4 (52%) |
| Data Source: Sofascore | ||
Especially if Liverpool manage to complete a bold move for Alexander Isak, it would reunite the Swedish striker with Anthony Gordon, with whom he has developed a remarkably fluid partnership over the past few seasons.
Isak has long been on Liverpool’s radar and needs little introduction. However, Newcastle’s return to European football means they are expected to demand a hefty fee in the region of £150 million for their star forward.
More than just a clinical finisher, Isak is a creator too—having generated 11 big chances in the Premier League last season. His vision and link-up play are tailor-made for a player like Gordon, something Newcastle supporters have witnessed first-hand.
Should Liverpool raise sufficient funds through player sales in the coming weeks, a move for Isak may become more feasible. If Gordon also makes the switch, Liverpool’s attack could evolve into one of the most dynamic and dangerous frontlines in Europe, with Mohamed Salah likely eager to combine with such explosive talent.
Gordon himself has even described Isak as “the best in Europe.” Given the chemistry they’ve already established, landing both players could be a transformative moment for Liverpool—one that could cement their status as one of the continent’s elite for years to come.
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