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Search Liverpool are in the market for a new striker this summer and have been linked with Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson.

Nicolas Jackson playing for Chelsea (Image: Getty Images)

Liverpool's sporting director Richard Hughes was on the brink of securing Nicolas Jackson, only for the deal to collapse at the eleventh hour.

While no official bid has been made for Isak or any approach to Newcastle, there is increasing speculation that he could be tempted by a new challenge at Anfield, according to the Liverpool Echo.

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Current Chelsea striker Jackson has also been identified as a potential target, having impressed Hughes during the chief's time at Bournemouth.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot with sporting director Richard Hughes/ (Image: PA)

Hughes had a strong interest in Jackson, nearly securing his signature for Bournemouth when the striker was at Villarreal.

Yet, with the recent signings of Pedro and Delap, his future at the club seems uncertain, possibly opening the door for a new chapter.

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