Liverpool are reportedly Alexander Isak's preference to join should he leave Newcastle United this summer.

This week, it was revealed that the Swede did not travel to Singapore for the start of the pre-season tour.

It was later claimed that Isak was interested in leaving Newcastle this summer.

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The Guardian now claims that his preferred destination is Anfield, despite interest from Saudi Arabia.



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He’s very popular in the dressing room.

"We’d love him to continue his journey at Newcastle, and all I would say on the broader picture is whatever happens has to be right for Newcastle."

While Florian Plettenberg of Sky Germany is reporting that Newcastle have already contacted Benjamin Sesko's representatives over a potential move.

However, it's said that no verbal agreement has been reached, with RB Leipzig demanding a fee between £70-88 million.

Elsewhere, the Reds are said to be among the clubs monitoring Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz

As a result, there is speculation about how he will leave before the summer transfer window closes.

The Brazilian has also reputedly failed to report to pre-season training with the Serie A side
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