After Wirtz and Kerkez: Hughes can Seal Dream Liverpool Window with “World-class” 5th Summer Signing
Liverpool must pull out all the stops to secure the signing of Newcastle stars Alexander Isak this summer, as adding him would complete what is shaping up to be a dream transfer window following deals for Milos Kerkez and Florian Wirtz.
The Reds have already made an electrifying start to the window, securing Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen for just under £30 million.
They have also finalised the signing of 20-year-old talent and Golden Boy nominee Armin Presci, who will join an already impressive goalkeeping group alongside Alisson and Giorgi Mamardashvili.
With talks progressing well for both Kerkez and Wirtz, Liverpool now have the chance to cap off a sensational summer by bringing in a marquee forward to lead Arne Slot’s attack.
Liverpool Must Sign Isak as Fifth Arrival After Wirtz and Kerkez
The departure of academy product Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid created a wave of uncertainty at Anfield. Although Liverpool swiftly moved to bring in Jeremie Frimpong as his replacement, the Dutch full-back is unlikely to offer the same creative influence Alexander-Arnold provided from deep.
However, the imminent arrival of Florian Wirtz is expected to soften the blow of losing the England international. In addition, Arne Slot and his team have been proactive in addressing the left-back position, with a deal for Milos Kerkez—seen as Andrew Robertson’s long-term successor—anticipated to be finalised as early as next week, according to Fabrizio Romano.
This means nearly all of Liverpool’s key concerns have been addressed—except for one: a top-level centre-forward to fill the void likely to be left by Darwin Nunez.
With the Uruguayan set to depart this summer, Liverpool now have an ideal chance to bring in the “world-class” Alexander Isak, a move that would crown what could become a historic transfer window.
| Alexander Isak vs Darwin Nunez – 2024/25 Statistics comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
| Metric | Isak | Nunez |
| Appearances | 34 | 30 |
| Goals | 23 | 5 |
| Assists | 6 | 2 |
| Expected Goals | 20.3 | 5.8 |
| Shots per 90 | 3.10 | 2.70 |
| Key Passes per 90 | 1.34 | 0.87 |
Newcastle are reluctant to let go of the Swedish striker, but according to Rousing the Kop, Liverpool have not given up on their pursuit. Isak is viewed as a “dream” addition for Arne Slot, and despite the Magpies securing Champions League football, the possibility of his departure remains open.
Previous reports have suggested a price tag of over £120 million, which would represent a major financial commitment for Liverpool—especially with negotiations for Florian Wirtz already falling in a similar range.
Nonetheless, completing a deal for Isak would firmly establish Liverpool as frontrunners for the Premier League title in the 2025/26 season and significantly boost their prospects in the Champions League.
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