Barcelona set timeline for sensational Alexander Isak move

Barcelona eye Isak as Liverpool face transfer resistance from Newcastle Barcelona are monitoring Newcastle striker Alexander Isak as a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski, potentially challenging Liverpool’s pursuit of the Swedish forward. Isak has accused Newcastle of breaking promises over his transfer request, claiming talks about leaving began months ago. Newcastle insist they won’t sell this summer and have set a £150m price tag, rejecting Liverpool’s £110m offer. While Isak prefers a move to Liverpool to compete for top honours, Newcastle are reportedly unwilling to sell to a Premier League rival — a stance that could open the door for Barca to act, likely in 2026. Barcelona target Isak and Alvarez as Lewandowski successors Barcelona are eyeing Alexander Isak and Atlético Madrid’s Julián Álvarez as long-term replacements for 36-year-old Robert Lewandowski. However, both strikers could cost around £150m, posing a major financial challenge. Barça may need to sell players like Ronald Araújo, Andreas Christensen, Fermín López, or Ferran Torres to fund a move. Still, signing either Isak or Álvarez is seen as highly ambitious under current conditions.