Liverpool may have flown off to Asia to kick-start their pre-season tour but transfer business continues closer to home
Liverpool Back in Business After Brief Pause
Liverpool have shown all summer that when they want a player, they move fast. And after a short break following the passing of Diogo Jota’s father, the club has picked up right where it left off — moving aggressively in the market.
With the Premier League opener against Bournemouth on August 15, there’s still time for more signings. And one name is already flying in sooner than expected.
Ekitike Set for Liverpool Medical on Tuesday
After confirming a deal had been agreed with Eintracht Frankfurt, Liverpool are now finalizing the transfer of Hugo Ekitike — and it’s moving at lightning speed.
The 23-year-old French striker is expected to undergo his medical on Tuesday, with full permission to travel and complete the move.
Ekitike was reportedly sold on the project after one phone call with Arne Slot, and everything since has gone smoothly. The Reds are expected to pay around £69m, and the striker could be handed the vacant number 15 shirt last worn by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
Isak Still Possible – Liverpool Dreaming Big
For a while, fans thought it was a case of either Isak or Ekitike — but now there’s talk that both could happen.
Liverpool are still exploring a blockbuster £120m move for Alexander Isak, and while Newcastle don’t want to lose him, things are shifting.
Former Magpies boss Alan Pardew believes Isak’s head has been turned, and the striker is reportedly open to new opportunities — including interest from Saudi Arabia. However, he’s always spoken about winning major trophies, and Liverpool would certainly offer that.
Diaz Future, Youth Updates, and One Surprise Name
Elsewhere, Luis Diaz continues to be linked with an exit, with Bayern Munich expected to come back with a new bid. Rodrygo Goes of Real Madrid has been tipped as his potential replacement — and there’s growing belief that deal could happen if Diaz leaves.
On the youth front, it’s been a lively start to the week:
James McConnell is set to sign a new deal before heading out on loan.
Trey Nyoni impressed again during the recent game vs. Stoke.
And Luca Stephenson, 21, has been included in the squad for the Asia tour, a sign he’s now firmly in the club’s plans.