Liverpool latest: Reds smash £300m barrier as Alexander Isak's omission explained

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The latest Liverpool news as the Reds reach a major milestone, while Alexander Isak's bit-part stint during the international break for Sweden has been discussedThe recent international break has drawn to a close, with Liverpool set to return to the pitch this weekend against Nottingham Forest at Anfield. The Reds embarked on an unprecedented spree of summer spending, smashing their transfer record twice: initially for Florian Wirtz and later for Alexander Isak.READ MORE: Antoine Semenyo agreement reached as pundits say same thing about Liverpool bidREAD MORE: Alisson Becker, Jeremie Frimpong, Alexander Isak - Liverpool injury news and return datesWhile concerns have been raised over the latter's limited playing time so far, a senior figure from the Swedish national team has addressed Isak's recent absence.

In other news, Liverpool have secured a deal that provides them with a significant boost.No 'panic' over IsakA member of Sweden's coaching team has sought to calm worries about Liverpool star Isak. The forward had made his return on Saturday after nearly a month sidelined with a groin injury.Isak came off the bench in the second half but couldn't prevent Graham Potter's team from suffering a 4-1 defeat at the hands of Switzerland.

It was anticipated that the Reds' striker would have a more significant role against Slovenia.However, following Saturday's loss, Tuesday's match became inconsequential. He remained on the bench during Liverpool's loss to City.Liverpool break £300m barrierLiverpool have announced a fresh multi-year deal with digital payments behemoth PayPal.