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Premier League champions are set to bid again for top target

In demand: Alexander Isak

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Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak looks to be gaining momentum once more as the Reds were handed a big boost to their transfer war chest.

The Premier League champions last week saw a £110million plus add-ons bid turned down by Newcastle for the Swedish international, and reports soon after claimed that interest in the striker then ended.

However, that stance is now believed to have changed with Liverpool nearing a key sale to bolster their transfer kitty.

According to widespread reports, Liverpool have reached an agreement to sell striker Darwin Nunez to Al-Hilal, who had made the Uruguayan their ‘priority’ target after missing out on Victor Osimhen, who made his loan move to Galatasaray permanent.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the Saudi Pro League outfit are closing in on the signing of Nunez, in what would be a huge boost to Liverpool’s chances of signing Isak.

Not only does Nunez’s prospective exit make room for another body in Arne Slot’s striking ranks, it also brings in vital cash for Liverpool to tack onto their initial Isak offer as they prepare to test Newcastle’s resolve once more.

The Daily Mail reported previously that the Magpies were holding out for closer to £150m for their talisman, and funds brought in from Nunez will help Liverpool get closer to that figure.
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