New club 'joins race' to sign Alexander Isak as Liverpool weigh up second offer for Newcastle star
A new club has sensationally entered the frame to sign Liverpool target Alexander Isak as Richard Keys has revealed what he has 'heard' about the saga.
Isak's future at Newcastle United is still up in the air, having gone on strike to force a move to Liverpool this summer.
Rumours continue to swirl as Liverpool kicked off their Premier League campaign with a 4-2 victory over Bournemouth on Friday.
Hugo Ekitike, who joined the club from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal worth £79 million this summer, scored his first league goal for his new side and grabbed an assist in a Man of the Match display.
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His performance impressed fans and critics alike, including Alan Shearer, who trolled Isak with a social media post.
On beIN SPORTS, Keys and Andy Gray discussed Liverpool's pursuit of Isak.
The Reds have had a £110 million offer for Isak rejected by Newcastle, with Keys claiming the Premier League champions are weighing up a second bid.
He states the second offer is worth £140 million, with £80 million up front before a second instalment of £60 million next season.
Keys also revealed what he has heard, claiming Real Madrid 'might be in the frame' for the 25-year-old.
"I heard today that Liverpool have made a bid of £110m. A second offer of £80m now and £60m next season. Take your pick," he said.
Keys added: "But I've also heard that Real Madrid might be in the frame."
On Isak, he continued: "I can't believe he would have gone out on the limb that he has without being fairly certain that he'll be gone before the window closes."
Real boast a star-studded forward line, which includes Kylian Mbappe.
Xabi Alonso has recruited this summer but has focused his efforts in defence and midfield.
He has Endrick and Gonzalo Garcia, who rose to prominence at the Club World Cup, to call upon in attack.
It doesn't appear that Real need a new No.9 ahead of the 2025/26 season but, being one of the biggest clubs in the world, if a huge talent becomes available, then naturally they will be alerted to the situation.
What did Eddie Howe say about Alexander Isak before kick-off?
Newcastle begin their Premier League season without Isak, who did not travel with the squad to Villa Park on Saturday.
And, naturally, Eddie Howe was asked about the Swede before kick-off against Aston Villa.
Asked where the situation stands, Howe replied: "No different to how it has been for a number of weeks. We are without him [Alexander Isak]. We are adapting to that and still trying to be competitive. Today will be a big test for us.
"Now is not the time to discuss that (whether he feels let down). All my emotions are towards this game. This is a tough place to come. We have got to be there mentally, me included."
Topics: Liverpool, Alexander Isak, Real Madrid, Football
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