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Liverpool transfer news: Alexander Isak, Rodrygo, Jean-Philippe Mateta and more

Liverpool are in the midst of a spending spree to build on this season’s Premier League title success.

But a change of system could well be in the offing following the high-profile arrivals of Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Hugo Ekitike, with there still potential of more signings - namely Alexander Isak - coming through the door.

Everything you need to know about Liverpool’s transfer window:

Will Castle30 July 2025 11:00

Joe Gomez leaves pre-season tour injured to leave Liverpool with centre-back dilemma

Joe Gomez has left Liverpool’s pre-season tour with an injury, leaving Arne Slot with just two fit senior centre-backs.

Gomez has an Achilles problem and while Liverpool do not believe it is serious, the Premier League champions sold Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen last month and are yet to replace the England Under-21 international.

Will Castle30 July 2025 10:45

Eddie Howe admits he is not in ‘full control’ of Alexander Isak’s future

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has admitted that he is not in “full control” over Alexander Isak’s future.

Isak has been heavily linked with Liverpool after it was reported the 25-year-old was keen to explore a move away from Newcastle.

“He is still our player.

My wish is that he stays and we see him playing again next year.”

Will Castle30 July 2025 10:30

Liverpool sell Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich

The 28-year-old has signed a four-year contract with the German champions and will replace Leroy Sane in Vincent Kompany’s squad.

Liverpool had rejected a first offer of £58.5m before accepting an improved bid after Bayern maintained their interest and the former Porto player wanted to go.

Will Castle30 July 2025 10:13

Hugo Ekitike handed debut

He starts alongside fellow new arrivals Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez and Giorgi Mamardashvili.

Will Castle30 July 2025 10:11

Confirmed team news

Liverpool XI: Mamardashvili; Bradley, Van Dijk, Konate, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Wirtz; Salah, Ekitike, Gakpo.

Will Castle30 July 2025 10:07

Liverpool's pre-season fixtures

After today’s match in Japan, Liverpool will have one more set of friendly fixtures before they open to new season with the Community Shield match against Crystal Palace at Wembley on 10 August.

Will Castle30 July 2025 10:00

Liverpool's pre-season results

Here are how Liverpool have fared in pre-season so far:

13 July: Preston 1-3 Liverpool - Deepdale Stadium, Preston

20 July: Liverpool 5-0 Stoke - AXA Training Centre, Liverpool (behind closed doors)

26 July: Liverpool 2-4 AC Milan - Kai Tak Sports Park, Hong Kong

Will Castle30 July 2025 09:45

The logic behind Liverpool’s decision to sell Luis Diaz

Luis Diaz gave up a shirt worn by some of Liverpool’s previous greats two years ago.

Diaz is giving up the number made prestigious by Kevin Keegan, Kenny Dalglish and Luis Suarez, trading the red shirt of Liverpool for the red of Bayern Munich.

He is getting his wish a year later.

Diaz won’t go down as one of Liverpool’s definitive No 7s; though his departure could allow someone else – Florian Wirtz, maybe – to be one.

The logic behind Liverpool’s decision to sell Luis Diaz

Luis Diaz was electric for Liverpool at his best, but the 28-year-old provided an opportunity for the Reds to refresh the squad with a deal for Alexander Isak still possible after Hugo Ekitike’s arrival

Jack Rathborn29 July 2025 21:48

What is the team news?

Darwin Nunez is a doubt for this match after missing the defeat against Milan, but Reds fans could see new signing Hugo Ekitike for the first time after the Frenchman missed that game.



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Will Castle30 July 2025 09:20


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