Liverpool are desperate to add a new No.9 to their squad ahead of the new season, but will have to look elsewhere now that Alexander Isak no longer seems to be an option

The Reds are recruiting from a position of strength having secured the Premier League title last season but know they must spend big to acquire their long-term No.9. They have whittled their search down to two players: Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitiké and Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak.

Liverpool are still eager to sign Alexander Isak despite being told by Newcastle that he isn't for sale this summer and turning their attention to Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike

Liverpool are closing in on the signing of Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, and while some fans had their hearts set on Alexander Isak, there is every reason to be optimistic. The Reds may not have secured their first-choice target,

Isak has attracted interest from Liverpool but Elanga did not want to be drawn into where his friend's future may lie.

Liverpool are willing to go all out to sign Alexander Isak, with a juicy offer being prepared for Newcastle, and the striker's stance on a move emerging

Fabrizio Romano has delivered a tantalising update on Alexander Isak and whether he wants to quit Newcastle to join.