As Newcastle United gears up for a preseason tour in Asia against K-League All-Stars and Tottenham, they might also need to brace themselves for the possible departure of their star striker, Alexander Isak. He is reportedly keen on leaving the club and has missed the preseason tour due to an injury, according to The Athletic.

This interest from Liverpool, which previously considered signing Isak, may be reignited, especially with their recent acquisition of Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt. In the Premier League’s race for glory, adding a striker like Isak, who has netted 20 or more goals in two consecutive seasons, could be crucial.

Last season, Isak played a pivotal role in Newcastle’s journey back into Champions League football, scoring 27 goals and providing six assists across competitions. His potential departure comes at a challenging time for the club, which has already lost Callum Wilson and now relies on William Osula as their main striker.

Liverpool’s acquisition of Isak could move them to the forefront of the Premier League, significantly bolstering their attacking options with other talents like Harvey Elliott and Mohamed Salah. The season’s dynamics may shift based on this potential transfer amidst a complicated offseason for both clubs.