The FC Barcelona has prioritized the arrival of a left winger to strengthen the position for the upcoming season. However, the blue and claret entity has also begun the search for a possible replacement for Robert Lewandowski in the center of the attack, and Alexander Isak has emerged as the main candidate for the sports management due to his ability to perform in both positions.
At Can Barça, they believe that the Swede fits perfectly into the profile they are looking for to bolster the attack of Hansi Flick's team, as in addition to his brutal goal-scoring ability (he has scored 19 goals in 29 matches this season), he has proven to be a complete footballer, with enough talent to support and accompany his teammates outside the area while being a lethal threat inside it.
However, the main problem with his operation is the high figure that Newcastle would demand to transfer him. According to 'SPORT', the Magpies would ask for more than 100 million euros for the striker's transfer, an amount that exceeds the economic expectations of Barça. Additionally, clubs like Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea, among others, are also tracking the Nordic player, making the race very tight.
The factor that could block Isak's exit from Newcastle
The player, meanwhile, sees positively the opportunity to make a definitive leap in quality in his career at the end of the season and the 'Magpies' would be aware of this situation, accepting the player's request. However, they would only agree to transfer him if they receive an offer they consider fair, taking into account the market value of the scorer (75 million euros), so it seems that the final price would exceed 100 'kilos'.
Despite this, a determining factor could block, or at best, increase the cost of Isak's exit from St. James' Park. If the team led by Eddie Howe qualifies for the Champions League, the Magpies will want to keep their star player to help them perform well in the continental competition. As of today, the club is in seventh place in the table, just 3 points away from European spots, with 13 matches to play, making this possibility more than real.
Thus, Barça remains on standby regarding what may happen concerning the future of the Swede. Alternatives like Rafael Leao, Marcus Rashford and Luis Díaz are also on the table of the blue and claret institution, where they hope to have the opportunity to make an effort during the summer to secure the services of one of the biggest sensations of the season.