Liverpool breaks British transfer records with double signing of Isak, Guehi

Abdullateef Fowewe

Liverpool has confirmed two major signings ahead of the new season, breaking the British transfer record with the acquisition of Sweden international striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for a staggering £125 million.

The 25-year-old forward is set to undergo a medical on Monday before putting pen to paper on a six-year contract at Anfield.

This record-breaking fee surpasses the previous British transfer high of £115 million paid by Chelsea for Moisés Caicedo in 2023, cementing Isak as the most expensive signing in British football history.

The high-profile transfer ends weeks of speculation and tension, following Isak’s public frustration with Newcastle over unfulfilled promises.

In addition, Liverpool have secured Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi for a fee exceeding £35 million, which includes a 10% sell-on clause.

Guehi had agreed personal terms with Liverpool a month ago, and the deal has now been finalised, bolstering Liverpool’s defensive options ahead of the campaign.