Liverpool's transfer business looks as though it could be about to hit new levels this summer after a day dominated by speculation over potential deals.

After a bid from Bayern Munich for Luis Diaz was rejected - expect to hear plenty more about that during the remainder of the window - Liverpool stepped up its pursuit of Alexander Isak, with the Reds making an approach to Newcastle over a potential deal.

Although the response wasn't what Liverpool fans would have hoped for, that one looks far from over, especially with the Magpies' pursuit of Hugo Ekitike providing an intriguing subplot.

And there was yet more to come, with reports of interest from Saudi Arabia in both Darwin Nunez and Ibrahima Konate.

Liverpool transfer news LIVE: Ibrahima Konate and Rodrygo 'swap', Alexander Isak decision	Liverpool transfer news LIVE: Jean-Philippe Mateta contact, Rodrygo swap, Alexander Isak decision	Liverpool prepared to smash British transfer record AGAIN to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle with striker stalling over new deal

Here is the Liverpool.com verdict on the transfer gossip to emerge around the Reds today.

Alexander Isak (Newcastle)

Newcastle is bracing itself for an official offer from Liverpool for Alexander Isak, according to The Times.

It’s claimed that the bid could be in the region of $174M (£130M), which is more than was suggested in the initial approach on Tuesday.

Isak is currently training with Newcastle at the club’s Austrian pre-season camp, although it is claimed that the striker’s agent met Eddie Howe at the club’s training ground earlier this month, with the Magpies eager to discuss a new contract and make him the best paid player in the club’s history.

Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg has also indicated that Liverpool is preparing an offer, while Eintrach Frankfurt waits for a new offer from Newcastle for Hugo Ekitike.

.

The digital sports platform has this Liverpool Nike 2024/25 Home Custom Replica Jersey, a Mohamed Salah Liverpool Nike 2024/25 Third Replica Jersey, and more merchandise for Liverpool fans

The Brazilian looks as though he could leave Real Madrid this summer, with Xabi Alonso said to be open to an exit for him.

Arsenal is once again linked with his services, while Liverpool is said to have stepped things up as well, with agent Pini Zahavi mediating for the Reds.

Bayern Munich is also claimed to be monitoring his situation amid its pursuit of Luis Diaz, with the German giant said to be willing to reach €100M ($116M).

Liverpool.com says: It will be interesting to see what happens with Rodrygo this summer, although if Liverpool is going after Isak, it's hard to imagine it also splashing the cash to land the Brazilian.

If it is to make a play for him, you'd imagine it might be dependent on Diaz moving on, which the Reds don't look keen on at the moment.


For more news relating to Newcastle United, visit our sister site NUFC Latest Live.