Liverpool Handed Dream Alexander Isak Boost, Richard Hughes is Rubbing His Hands
Liverpool are preparing for an ambitious summer transfer window as the current season draws to a close.
If Mohamed Salah, Virgil Van Dijk, or Trent Alexander-Arnold depart due to their contracts expiring, the club will face the challenging task of finding suitable replacements.
The positions requiring reinforcements include centre-back, left-back, defensive midfield, and possibly a forward. Meanwhile, Giorgi Mamardashvili is set to join Liverpool as their new goalkeeper from Valencia, a transfer that was agreed upon during the 2024 summer window.
Newsnow Liverpool understands that changes in the forward line are almost inevitable, with the futures of Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez, and Diogo Jota under review by the club.
As a new striker is likely to be on the club’s agenda, attention has turned to Alexander Isak of Newcastle United. Although competition for the Swedish forward is expected to be intense, there is a possibility that one rival club may withdraw from the race.
Arsenal Might Prefer Sesko to Isak
Considering Isak’s substantial £150m price tag, the Mirror suggests that Arsenal may need to sell multiple players to afford the fee.
In light of this, the Liverpool Echo believes that Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig could represent a more “realistic” target for the Gunners.
If Arsenal were to pursue Sesko instead, the chances of Isak joining Mohamed Salah at Liverpool next season would increase significantly.
Although Newcastle are understandably reluctant to part with Isak due to his exceptional performances for the Magpies, a sufficiently attractive offer could make a transfer feasible.
While Arsenal might struggle to generate the necessary funds, Liverpool are aware that Al-Hilal expressed interest in signing Darwin Nunez in January, reportedly offering £80m—a sum that could substantially contribute to financing an Isak bid.
Additionally, Luis Diaz remains a target for Barcelona, and according to FootballTransfers.com, he is Liverpool’s most valuable asset despite his inconsistent form.
In recent years, FSG has adopted a cautious approach to spending at Liverpool. Just over £150m was invested during the summer of 2023, but no signings were made in January 2024. Federico Chiesa was the sole arrival last summer for £15m, and there were no acquisitions during the following January window.
Given this restrained spending, Liverpool recognise that several areas on the pitch require attention. While the team is pushing toward a potential Premier League title this season, Arne Slot will need financial backing in the transfer market to sustain his promising start at the club.
At present, Isak remains merely an option for Liverpool. However, should Arsenal withdraw from the race, it would mark a significant development, increasing the likelihood that the club will focus on securing a deal for the Swedish forward.
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