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It’s now just three weeks until Liverpool’s Premier League campaign gets under way, and the Reds’ squad is looking in excellent shape ahead of the big kick off.

Fans were promised an “exciting summer” by Virgil van Dijk before the end of the previous campaign, but supporters couldn’t have quite expected this level of business from the champions.

Few thought Alexander Isak remained a possibility when Ekitike’s deal was confirmed on Wednesday, but now a move from Newcastle United looks like a distinct possibility.

The forward hasn’t travelled with the Magpies squad to Asia on pre-season tour and is reportedly keen to leave the club this window.

That has invariably piqued Liverpool’s interest.

Elsewhere, an improved bid for Luis Diaz is expected from Bayern Munich, Harvey Elliott has again spoken about his future, Ibrahima Konate has reportedly received an improved contract offer, and Marc Guehi’s position remains in the spotlight.

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