Alexander Isak Breaks Silence After Record-Breaking Move to Liverpool: “Not Everyone Has the Full Picture”

SME News UK. By [Ahmed El ashry], September 9, 2025Alexander Isak has broken his silence following his £125 million move from Newcastle United to Liverpool — a British record transfer fee — by suggesting there is more to the story than meets the eye.The Swedish striker was the headline act of this summer’s transfer window, with speculation surrounding his future dominating the football landscape right up until deadline day. After weeks of drama, tension, and uncertainty, Liverpool finally got their man, and Isak is now focused on what he does best — playing football.Speaking to Swedish media following his appearance in Sweden’s 2-0 defeat to Kosovo in FIFA World Cup qualifying, Isak admitted the saga had taken a toll but stopped short of revealing all.> “Not everyone has the full picture, but that’s something for another day,” said the 25-year-old. “I can’t control everything that’s said or written, but I’m happy that I became a Liverpool player. It’s great that everything was settled before the camp and that I could focus on playing football again.”Isak’s move to Anfield did not come easily. Newcastle initially rejected Liverpool’s £110 million bid, and tensions reportedly escalated between the player and the club. Isak made it clear he wanted the move, and with no resolution in sight, he was left training alone while manager Eddie Howe was without a recognised No. 9 for the start of the season.Newcastle scrambled to find a replacement, approaching Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Benjamin Šeško — all of whom opted for moves elsewhere in the Premier League. It wasn’t until Nick Woltemade’s arrival from Stuttgart in a club-record deal that the Magpies agreed to part with their star striker.Liverpool’s £125 million deadline-day bid — the highest ever for a British transfer — was finally accepted, and Isak sealed the move that had seemed on the verge of collapse just days earlier.Although he missed pre-season entirely, Isak was called up for international duty. He made his first competitive appearance of the season off the bench against Kosovo, replacing new Newcastle signing Anthony Elanga after 72 minutes. Despite registering four shots in a bright cameo, Isak couldn’t prevent Sweden from falling to defeat.Sweden manager Jon Dahl Tomasson explained the limited role: “He had only done three training sessions with the team.”Isak now returns to Liverpool’s AXA Training Centre, where his next challenge awaits — earning a place in Jürgen Klopp’s starting XI. Fellow new signing Hugo Ekitike has hit the ground running, scoring three goals in his first four matches and staking an early claim to the No. 9 shirt.Nonetheless, expectations are high for Isak, who brings Champions League pedigree, elite technical quality, and an impressive Premier League track record to Merseyside.As for what truly happened behind the scenes during one of the most dramatic transfer sagas in recent memory — Isak is keeping his cards close to his chest. For now.> “You always learn and develop mentally off the pitch as well,” he added. “It was a new situation for me, but now I’m ready to move forward.”What’s Next for Isak and Liverpool?With the Premier League season heating up and Liverpool chasing back-to-back titles, all eyes will be on whether Isak can settle quickly and justify his record-breaking fee. Fans at Anfield may not have the full picture yet, but they will be hoping to see it unfold on the pitch — starting this weekend.