Liverpool may have just found their ideal summer signing in name of Alexander Isak — and it seems no one else is in the race.
Following the Reds’ 4-2 defeat to AC Milan in Hong Kong, one thing became clear: the attack needs fresh legs.
With Luis Diaz expected to leave and Darwin Nunez also facing an uncertain future, Liverpool are short on natural forwards.
Arne Slot’s system was on full display Saturday, but the team looked short of a true striker.
Enter Alexander Isak.
According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano (via Here We Go Podcast), Liverpool believe they’ve got a “big, big chance” to sign the Newcastle striker — and right now, there’s no serious competition.
That’s music to the ears of a club looking to avoid another transfer battle this summer.
Romano said, “They believe Alexander Isak is a perfect, perfect opportunity… In some moments it’s about the opportunity… and Liverpool feel this is their opportunity to get the player.”
He added, “At the moment there is basically no direct competition… They have the chance to go big and they don’t want to miss this.”
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Why Liverpool should sign Alexander Isak this summer?
Isak isn’t just available — he’s also interested. The Swedish international has reportedly turned down approaches from Saudi clubs.
His eyes are on the Champions League, the Premier League, and a place in a big European project. Liverpool ticks every box.
The 25-year-old has the speed, skill, and sharp movement to fit right into Slot’s system. With Florian Wirtz pulling the strings and Hugo Ekitike providing flexibility, Isak could be the missing piece in a new-look front line.
And if you’re wondering whether Liverpool are truly serious — yes, they are. The Reds know they won’t get a clearer shot than this.
No competition, full player interest, and a need to fill the No. 9 spot? It might just be the perfect hat trick.
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