Liverpool FC is reportedly shifting its attention away from Alexander Isak, the Swedish striker currently at Newcastle United, following revelations from trusted sources concerning the club's decision to forego this potential blockbuster signing. With Isak's remarkable performance in the Premier League, amassing 58 goals and 9 assists in just 100 matches, it is understandable why he has caught the eye of several top clubs, including Arsenal.

The intrigue surrounding Isak has grown this summer, particularly after he reportedly turned down Newcastle's initial contract extension offer. Still, there are no indications that the player is actively seeking an exit from St. James' Park, though both Liverpool and Arsenal know that acquiring him would require a British record fee, speculated to be upwards of £130m and potentially as high as £150m.

Sky Sports reports that Liverpool remains on the lookout for a dynamic forward to bolster their attacking options, especially considering that Diogo Jota and Darwin Nunez have yet to convince new manager Arne Slot of their capabilities as first-choice strikers. In light of this, Liverpool is reportedly considering alternative targets.

One player that has piqued the interest of Liverpool's recruitment team is Victor Osimhen, the prolific Nigerian forward currently making waves with Napoli. With a more affordable asking price of around €75m (£64m) due to his final year of contract obligations, Osimhen has been described as a player Liverpool has admired for quite some time. The Reds could find their way more smoothly into negotiations, especially since Napoli is keen to avoid strengthening a direct rival like Juventus.

In addition to Osimhen, Liverpool has also turned their attention to Benjamin Sesko, the promising RB Leipzig striker. However, Sesko, while talented, has made fewer waves compared to Isak and Osimhen, leading Liverpool into the calculated risk of his potential acquisition, which is expected to cost between €70m and €80m (£59.7m and £68.2m).

James Pearce, a journalist, highlights three main reasons why Liverpool is unlikely to pursue Isak further: the steep price tag from Newcastle, the Reds’ desire to strengthen multiple areas of their squad this summer, and their recent financial reports indicating a £37m pre-tax loss for the current season.

Newcastle's manager, Eddie Howe, has made no secret of his desire to keep Isak, expressing that he wouldn’t swap him for any other player, citing the striker's talent and future prospects as vital to the club's aspirations.

In other Liverpool news, the club is reportedly willing to break the bank to sign Brazilian winger Rodrygo from Real Madrid as a prospective replacement for Mohamed Salah if he departs. Moreover, there are ongoing discussions about Trent Alexander-Arnold’s potential move to Madrid, although this transfer has yet to be finalized, resulting in speculation regarding delays and strategic plans from the Reds.

Liverpool fans are still reeling from their recent performance against Fulham, marking only their second Premier League loss of the season. With pressure mounting, supporters have begun voicing their frustrations at players like Andy Robertson, leading to loud calls from the fanbase for him to consider retirement.

As Liverpool navigates this tumultuous summer transfer window, dramatic changes could still unfold, with the club striving to regain its status among the elite in both domestic and European competitions. Stay tuned for more updates on Liverpool's transfer strategies as this thrilling saga continues!