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Liverpool's hopes of signing Alexander Isak appear to be dwindling (Image: GETTY)

Liverpool could be presented with the chance to sign an Alexander Isak alternative who reportedly wants to join the Reds this summer.



Until that happens, the likelihood of a move for Isak appears to be slim to none.

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It leaves Liverpool searching for an alternative striker with just under two weeks until the window closes.

They could pursue a move for another target who is proven in the Premier League, but their hopes of doing a deal will depend on other clubs.

Ollie Watkins would be a solid alternative option for the Reds (Image: GETTY)

Ollie Watkins has been tentatively linked with Liverpool in recent weeks, having enjoyed a stellar campaign with Aston Villa last time around.

They would be willing to sell him if they sign Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson as a replacement, according to TBR Football.

It means Liverpool would need the Blues to do them a favour in the transfer market, clearing the way for them to bring Watkins to Anfield.

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The latter would jump at the chance to join Liverpool if the Reds come calling this summer, according to former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown.

Earlier this summer, he claimed: "If you offered Watkins the chance to become the starting striker for Liverpool he’d want to make that move.

So if he leaves Villa, there’s no doubt there will be interest and Liverpool would be the favourites."

Of course, the priority for Liverpool would still be to sign Isak, but if no progress is made over the coming weeks they could do far worse than to bring in Watkins as an alternative.

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