"Liverpool are reportedly prepared to submit an improved bid for Alexander Isak before the September 1 transfer deadline, ending his stand-off with Newcastle United.The 25-year-old, who is under contract with Newcastle until 2028, has expressed a desire to join the reigning Premier League champions, with Liverpool tabling an initial £110 million (AU$230 million) offer for the Swede striker. However, the Magpies are reportedly holding out for a £150 million (AU$311 million) offer."
"The hierarchy at Anfield may be reluctant to push the price too high after splurging £116 million (AU$241 million) on attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen and £79 million (AU$164 million) on Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt. However, Liverpool manager Arne Slot has insisted the squad needs another striker following the transfers of Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz along with the tragic death of Diogo Jota"
Liverpool are prepared to submit an improved bid for Alexander Isak before the September 1 transfer deadline. Isak is under contract with Newcastle until 2028 and has expressed a desire to join Liverpool, after an initial £110 million offer while Newcastle seeks £150 million. Anfield hierarchy may be reluctant to match a higher fee after spending £116 million on Florian Wirtz and £79 million on Hugo Ekitike. Manager Arne Slot has insisted the squad needs another striker following Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz transfers and the tragic death of Diogo Jota. Early season performances have raised debate over investing in attack versus defence. Chelsea has agreed a £40 million fee for Alejandro Garnacho, with a medical pending and United to receive 10% of any future transfer.
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