The summer transfer window has reached a crucial stage, with Premier League contenders Arsenal and Liverpool leading the charge in the market as the new season approaches

Luis Diaz, who has agreed a £65.4m switch to Bayern Munich, is the only significant outgoing. Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliott could follow, but many have been left perplexed at how Liverpool have been able to spend at such a rate, while others are fearful of the league’s profit and sustainability rules.

The reliable journalist reveals what the striker has told the Magpies about a move to the Premier League champions and delivers the latest update on the situation of the Swede

Isak helped Newcastle United return to Champions League play and win the EFL Cup while scoring 27 goals and assisting six more in all competitions last season, and that would be a massive addition anywhere that he would potentially land if he does leave the club.

If any club has the funds to pull off this deal, it is Al Hilal. Not only are they one of the four clubs owned by Saudi Arabia’s Private Investment Fund (PIF), but they also benefit from the support of billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, who can help underwrite exceptional deals such as this one.

Liverpool are preparing a blockbuster £150million move for Newcastle United’s star striker Alexander Isak, following the anticipated sale of Luis Diaz.

Newcastle are preparing for a substantial bid from Liverpool for Alexander Isak, after Luiz Diaz's switch to Bayern Munich.