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Indy Kaila

Thu 21 August 2025 13:54, UK

Liverpool met with the agent of Real Madrid’s Rodrygo and now know what the Brazilian’s demands are.

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Despite Liverpool signing Hugo Ekitike at the start of the summer window, it is football’s worst-kept secret that Arne Slot is in the market for a new forward.

Alexander Isak is Liverpool’s first-choice signing, but the brakes are on any potential deal being struck with Newcastle United.

As a result, the Reds have been targeted by agents, who are looking to push their clients toward Anfield — Real Madrid‘s Rodrygo is among the highest profile options available.

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Rodrygo, although not Liverpool’s preferred choice, has emerged as a realistic option after Zahavi held talks with the Premier League champions last Friday.

Real Madrid’s number 11 still has three years left on his contract at the Santiago Bernabeu, so he wouldn’t come cheap.

His true value remains open for discussion, but Rodrygo’s salary would set Liverpool back between £200,000- £250,000-per week.

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Liverpool remain undecided on Rodrygo but are open to considering him as an alternative should a deal for Newcastle United’s number 14 fail to materialise.

On Isak… The Sweden international’s situation is incredibly complicated.

James’ Park.

As a result of the uncertainty surrounding the 25-year-old following Newcastle United’s counter Isak statement, Liverpool’s hierarchy have opted to go completely silent.

They have decided to cease all communications with Newcastle United until after the two teams have played in the Premier League next Monday.

The Reds understand the emotions involved in the potential deal and are reluctant to add fuel to the fire.

Owners FSG have already given CEO Michael Edwards the green light to pursue what would be a British transfer record should Newcastle United show a willingness to do a deal.

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