Alexander Isak Liverpool contract would get FSG green-light as striker reveals his hand

Alexander Isak's contract demands have reportedly emerged, and they are not likely to be out of reach for Liverpool. The Premier League title holders have splashed the cash this summer in the hope of retaining their crown next season, and further big-money signings appear to be in the pipeline.

Arne Slot's side have bolstered their ranks with the addition of Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, as well as Milos Kerkez from AFC Bournemouth. Liverpool are also closing in on a deal to sign Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt.

The Reds acted quickly to hijack Newcastle's move for the Frenchman, and the forward has now arrived on Merseyside to put pen to paper with the club after a deal was agreed worth up to £79million, including add-ons.

With Darwin Nunez set to depart and Luis Diaz pushing for a move to Bayern Munich, Liverpool are willing to dip into the market for further attacking reinforcements. Newcastle's Isak remains a top target at Anfield, despite the Magpies' insistence that he is not for sale.

However, Eddie Howe fuelled speculation around his No. 14 by omitting him for Newcastle's recent pre-season clash against Celtic, citing the ongoing rumours as the reason for his decision. Such comments will provide Liverpool with encouragement, especially as they now know that they can afford Isak's wage demands.

According to talkSPORT, the former Real Sociedad star is demanding a £300,000-a-week salary if he is to extend his contract with Newcastle, which would 'smash' their pay structure. In contrast, it is unlikely to be a problem for Liverpool.

With Nunez and Federico Chiesa among those departing, who are both reportedly on salaries in the region of £150,000-a-week, they will have a lot of wages freed up which can be funnelled into Isak. Although Liverpool have been hesitant in years gone by to offer huge contracts to players, their owners Fenway Sports Group now appear more willing to negotiate these hefty deals.

Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah both extended their contracts for big-money, with Wirtz also pocketing a pretty penny since his move to the Premier League. Given Isak's stature as one of the best strikers in world football, the Reds are likely to view £300,000-per-week as a worthwhile investment into a player who can spearhead their attack for many years to come.