Liverpool are the latest club to have joined the long list of sides looking to add a striker to their squad this summer. The Reds have reportedly earmarked Alexander Isak as their primary target, as Arne Slot and co. gear up for the defence of their title next season.

Liverpool have made contact with Eintracht Frankfurt over a possible move for Hugo Ekitike, who is also being targeted by Newcastle United. The Athletic reported on July 14 that Newcastle tried to secure Ekitike via an offer worth around €75million (£64.9m; $86.9m), which was turned down by Frankfurt.

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Liverpool are 'taking a back seat' and cooling their efforts to sign a €100m-rated striker in a development that increases Manchester United's chances of striking a deal, according to reports.