Riyadh, KSA – In a move that has sent shockwaves across the global football landscape, Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal have tabled an unprecedented offer for Newcastle United’s prolific striker, Alexander Isak. KSA Sportz can exclusively reveal the astonishing figures involved in a deal that could see the Swedish international become one of the highest-paid footballers in the world.
Sources close to the negotiations confirm that Al-Hilal has offered Isak a colossal £600,000-a-week, tax-free contract. This translates to an annual salary of approximately £31.2 million, a figure designed to outmuscle interest from top European clubs, most notably Premier League champions Liverpool. Beyond the base salary, the lucrative package includes substantial performance-related bonuses, contingent on team success in the Saudi Pro League and the AFC Champions League, as well as individual accolades such as the division’s top scorer. Additional perks, including a reported £120,000 monthly for personal expenses and access to a private clubhouse with full-time staff, further sweeten the deal.
Isak, who is reportedly keen to explore his options despite having three years remaining on his Newcastle contract, did not travel with the Magpies for their pre-season tour in Asia, officially due to a minor thigh injury. This absence has only fueled speculation surrounding his future.I
Isak’s Impressive Statistics:
The 25-year-old forward has been a revelation since joining Newcastle, consistently demonstrating his prowess in front of goal. His statistics underscore why Al-Hilal is prepared to invest so heavily in his services:
* 2024/25 Season (Newcastle United): Isak enjoyed a spectacular season, netting 27 goals and providing 6 assists in 42 appearances across all competitions. This included 23 goals and 6 assists in 34 Premier League appearances, making him a contender for the league’s top scorer and earning nominations for both Player of the Season and Young Player of the Season awards.
* Overall Newcastle United Career (since summer 2022): In 109 appearances for Newcastle, Isak has scored an impressive 62 goals and registered 11 assists. Specifically in the Premier League, he boasts 54 goals and 9 assists in 86 appearances.
* Career Total (all competitions): Across his career, Isak has accumulated 144 goals and 30 assists in 324 appearances.
While Liverpool is reportedly interested and Isak himself is said to favor a move to Anfield for the prospect of competing for trophies and Champions League football, Al-Hilal’s financial might presents a compelling alternative. Newcastle United has reportedly slapped a £120 million to £150 million price tag on their talisman, a valuation that Al-Hilal is unlikely to find problematic.
This audacious bid by Al-Hilal, a club also owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) which holds an 80% stake in Newcastle United, signifies their serious intent to attract top-tier talent to the Saudi Pro League and further elevate its global standing. The football world now awaits Isak’s decision, which could redefine the landscape of player transfers.