Swedish broadcaster experts are now certain that Isak will join Liverpool, supporting the agreement theory.

Experts on Viaplay agreed that Alexander Isak is likely to become a Liverpool player before the end of the summer transfer window.

The Swedish international remains Liverpool’s top target as the September 1 deadline approaches.

Meanwhile, Newcastle are actively searching for a replacement for the former Real Sociedad striker ahead of deadline day.

The Magpies are in talks with Wolves to sign Jørgen Strand Larsen, but it seems unlikely that Eddie Howe’s team will be able to replace Isak with either Nicolas Jackson or Yoane Wissa in the short term.

Interestingly, former Manchester United legends Peter Schmeichel and Jaap Stam both agreed that Isak is destined to move to Anfield this summer.

During Viaplay’s coverage of Liverpool vs Newcastle on Monday, the pundits speculated that an unofficial agreement between the clubs might already exist.

Newcastle are reportedly hoping to secure up to £150 million for their star player, while Liverpool are prepared to pay a British transfer record fee, though still below that valuation.

Liverpool’s initial £110 million offer has already been rejected by the Saudi-owned club.

There’s growing acceptance among local journalists in the northeast that a deal could be reached this summer.

The process would likely speed up if Newcastle manage to find a replacement.

Having missed out on several targets like Bryan Mbeumo and Joao Pedro, Liverpool fans might understandably doubt Newcastle’s recruitment capabilities.

Still, it’s clear that keeping a publicly unhappy player like Isak at St James’ Park isn’t in Newcastle’s best interests.

Eddie Howe has hinted that selling Isak would be the best option for the club this summer.

However, it remains uncertain whether Newcastle will agree to a deal if they fail to secure replacements like Jackson or Strand Larsen.