Ten‑striker Transfer Domino Starts With Sesko To Newcastle And Ends With Wissa Via Isak To Liverpool

Every transfer window brings rumors of a single deal spiraling into countless others, but this summer’s striker market truly feels like it could spark a domino effect. If one high‑profile move happens, many more are likely to follow, each shifting the landscape across clubs and countries.

Firstly, the story kicks off with Benjamin Sesko to Newcastle United. The RB Leipzig striker has long been on Arsenal’s radar, but Newcastle appear most serious — with an opening £65 million offer plus add‑ons already rejected. Reports indicate Leipzig seek a guaranteed fee plus a percentage of any future sale, and Newcastle must now decide whether to increase their proposal or risk being leapfrogged by rivals. The outcome will influence the fate of several other target strikers around the league.

Should that deal close, the next domino is Alexander Isak to Liverpool. Isak has made it clear he wants out, and Liverpool, flush with cash after sales like Luis Díaz (£65 m) and Jarell Quansah (£35 m), seem eager to act. Liverpool’s ability to fund a big deal might hinge on Newcastle landing their man first — with Isak’s long‑awaited switch to Anfield looking increasingly inevitable if Sesko moves to St. James’ Park.

Meanwhile, Darwin Núñez is rumored to be heading to Al‑Hilal in Saudi Arabia. Liverpool want him out, whether or not Isak joins. If Núñez departs early in the window, the Reds are more capable of paying the Isak fee, and effectively buying their preferred centre‑forward in a single swoop.

If Sesko is snatched up by Newcastle or Liverpool, then Ollie Watkins to Manchester United quickly becomes plausible. The English striker fits United’s need for a proven, experienced goalscorer. Having missed out on Sesko, United are expected to pivot to Watkins — with Aston Villa potentially happy to cash in for £40–50 million.

With Watkins potentially edging toward Old Trafford, clubs like Chelsea would circle in on Manchester United cast-offs. This brings in Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea. While many question Chelsea’s logic — another wide signing in addition to Mykhaylo Mudryk and Jamie Gittens — the club rarely resists the urge to sign emerging stars.

That in turn accelerates a departure from Chelsea — Christopher Nkunku to Manchester United. As Chelsea shuffle out forwards, Nkunku’s exit would be a logical next phase of the cascading transfers. His move likely hinges on the arrival of either Garnacho or others, and would add momentum to United’s recruitment.

Down in Italy, Rasmus Højlund to Juventus might follow. Speculation suggests Leipzig might include the Danish striker as part of a Sesko-related deal — and Juventus have shown interest. Should Højlund head to Serie A, the Old Lady may reshape their forward line.

If Juventus secure Højlund, it opens the door for Dusan Vlahović to join AC Milan. Milan are keen on revamping their attack and with Vlahović available, he seems the most likely candidate to bolster their frontline.

Back in England, Arnaud Kalimuendo to Brentford becomes probable. If Milan focus on Vlahović, Rennes might finally cash in on Kalimuendo. Brentford, needing strikers after Mbeumo’s departure and Wissa’s discontent, view Kalimuendo as an ideal target to continue their competitive Premier League push.

Finally, the chain concludes neatly with Yoane Wissa to Newcastle United. Once Sesko and Kalimuendo are signed by others and Brentford find replacements, Wissa becomes a tidy fit for Newcastle’s needs, potentially playing alongside Sesko or covering if Isak departs. His frustration at Brentford over stalled moves has added fuel to speculation around this final domino.

In summary, the transfer domino theory centered on strikers this August could unfold in dramatic fashion:

• Sesko to Newcastle sets the process in motion;
• Isak to Liverpool and Núñez to Al‑Hilal become likely knock‑on effects;
• United enter the fray for Watkins, feeding into Chelsea activity on Garnacho;
• Nkunku potentially moves to United;
• Juventus sign Højlund, Milan chase Vlahović;
• Brentford look at Kalimuendo;
• And Wissa completes the sequence at Newcastle.

Each deal affects numerous clubs, contracts, and transfer strategies from Merseyside to Milan, Riyadh to West London. If one falls into place, the rest could fall swiftly behind it.

This summer, more than most, feels ripe for seismic moves — a series of linked transfers reshaping the striker world. If nothing else, it’s the kind of modern football story that captivates: one that could truly become a chain reaction.