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The representatives of Alexander Isak have expressed their delight in facilitating the striker's record-breaking switch from Newcastle United to Liverpool on deadline day.
The Sweden international brought an end to a protracted summer transfer saga on Monday evening when his arrival at Anfield was officially confirmed, smashing the British transfer record after three seasons at St James' Park.
The switch to Merseyside proved contentious for Isak, who downed tools to engineer his departure after skipping the club's Far East pre-season tour due to a supposed minor knock, subsequently remaining absent from both pre-season fixtures and the opening weeks of the Premier League season.
The astronomical deal was brokered with assistance from Isak's representative Vlado Lemic, and following completion of the transfer, the forward's agency Universal Twenty Two took to Instagram to declare: "The wait was well worth it.
"Officially, he's a Red! It's a very important moment in your career and in football history, and we are very proud to be with you in this new challenge.
"We are delighted to announce that Alex Isak is a new signing for Liverpool FC, becoming the most expensive transfer in English football history."
"The Swedish marksman stands ready to deliver goals, strength and exceptional football to the attack. Welcome to Anfield, Alexander!
"From dreams to reality, from talent to greatness. Alex Isak takes the biggest step of his career. Joining Liverpool FC is not just a transfer, it's history in the making and we are proud to be part of it.
"We are privileged to have played a role in the biggest transfer in Premier League history. Isak's record-breaking move is a milestone that reflects his exceptional quality and the trust placed in him at the highest level.
"As an agency, we take great pride in standing alongside our players on their journey to success!"
Isak has since jetted off to join his Swedish international teammates and could make his first appearance since May when Jon Dahl Tomasson's squad face Slovenia in a World Cup qualifier on Friday.
Isak admitted he is not match fit ahead of a potential Liverpool debut after the international break and Tomasson has admitted talks have been held with the Reds' medical department.
He said: "We will not do any stupid things with him. He has not had a pre-season with lots of training and matches. He cannot play 90 minutes. We have a plan. He is smiling and happy to be here.
"We always have very good communication with the clubs. I have spoken to their manager. Our doctor has spoken to their doctor. Our physio Ben (Rosen) has spoken to their physio."
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