Premier League Transfer Deadline: Alexander Isak to Liverpool, Yoane Wissa to Newcastle

England — 1 September 2025. The Premier League transfer window ended on its final day with two major transfers: Alexander Isak joined Liverpool for a record fee, while Yoane Wissa signed with Newcastle United for a £55 million deal.

🔴 Alexander Isak: £130 Million to Liverpool

Liverpool, after reaching an agreement with Newcastle United, signed Swedish striker Alexander Isak for £125 million fixed fee + £5 million add-ons. This transfer became the most expensive player transfer in Premier League history.

Isak did not train with Newcastle all summer and continued individual training at Real Sociedad. The player’s transfer request was made public due to contract disputes with his club. Newcastle approved Isak’s sale after acquiring Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart for £69 million.

Isak signed a 6-year contract with Liverpool and arrived in England for medical checks.

⚫ Yoane Wissa: From Brentford to Newcastle

Brentford’s star player Yoane Wissa reached a £55 million agreement with Newcastle United. Newcastle had made several offers for Wissa over the summer, and the player publicly announced he wanted to leave Brentford.

Brentford approved Wissa’s transfer, while Newcastle secured Isak’s sale after signing Nick Woltemade.

🔄 Transfer Chain and Premier League Update

Isak’s move to Liverpool accelerated Newcastle’s plans to sign Wissa. After completing Wissa’s transfer, Newcastle will assess Will Osula’s future and decide on a possible transfer.

With this transfer, Liverpool’s summer spending reached £436 million, strengthening their Premier League title race.