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Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak is wanted by Liverpool this summer amid a summer of change at Anfield (Image: Getty Images)
Liverpool have been handed a reported update on Reds-linked striker Alexander Isak.
Claims in French publication L'Equipe state that the Reds are looking into signing either Barcola or Real Madrid star Rodrygo before the summer window closes on September 1.
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It is reported that Liverpool have 'been following him for a long time' and could try and persuade him to join Arne Slot's side.
The 2025 Champions League winners spent €50million to buy Barcola from Lyon two years ago.
However, journalist Fabrizio Romano, has claimed that the focus is very much on Isak at Anfield although Barcola is of interest.
"Liverpool maintain their focus on Alexander Isak," he said in his latest YouTube video.
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"We know there's appreciation for Barcola, I told you in the past few days if they can't get Isak, Barcola will be the top target for Liverpool but at the moment their focus remains at least this week, we will see what happens next week, but this week their focus is on Isak.
"They like Barcola, they appreciate Barcola, who doesn't - one of the best wingers in the world - but their absolutely main focus is Alexander Isak."
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