Alexander Isak: Chelsea Could Break Transfer Record to Sign Top Rated Newcastle Striker

Alexander Isak: Chelsea Could Break Transfer Record to Sign Top Rated Newcastle Striker

Fred Kennedy
updated at June 27, 2024 at 7:28 AM
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  • Premier League side, Chelsea, are keen to strengthen their squad this summer after an underwhelming 2023/24 campaign
  • The 2021 Champions League are understood to be looking to reinforce their attack following their struggles in front of the goal
  • The Blues finished sixth in the Premier League under Mauricio Pochettino, narrowly missing out on a spot in the Europa League

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Chelsea are reportedly willing to break the Premier League transfer record to sign Newcastle United striker, Alexander Isak, to bolster their attack.

Despite spending heavily on new transfers since Todd Boehly's arrival, the Blues are understood to be keen to strengthen their squad further in the upcoming transfer window.

Alexander Isak is wanted by Chelsea, who are willing to break the bank to sign him this summer. Photo by Clive Brunskill.
Alexander Isak is wanted by Chelsea, who are willing to break the bank to sign him this summer. Photo by Clive Brunskill.
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The West Londoners endured a challenging 2023/24 campaign under Mauricio Pochettino, which saw them miss out on a Europa League spot despite finishing sixth in the Premier League.

The striking department is believed to have been identified as one of the key areas that need strengthening this summer.

Chelsea want Alexander Isak

According to Metro UK, Chelsea are prepared to break the bank to land Isak from Newcastle in the coming weeks. The publication reports that talks have already taken place between the two clubs to work out on a deal.

It is understood that the 2021 UEFA Champions League winners are prepared to pay more than the £115 million they spent on Moises Caicedo last summer to land the highly-rated striker.

Chelsea's desire to sign the 24-year-old came after an impressive display last season, with the forward scoring 25 goals and firmly establishing a reputation as one of Europe's hottest prospects.

However, it remains to be seen if Isak will make the move, having recently made it clear that he is happy at St James Park.

"I’m enjoying myself very, very much in Newcastle," he told Swedish outlet Fotbollskanalen. "I just had the best season of my career. That should not be underestimated.I love everything really about the club, the fans, the city," he added.

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