BREAKING: Liverpool open Newcastle transfer talks in bid to secure record Alexander Isak deal

Liverpool have approached Newcastle United over a remarkable deal to sign Alexander Isak.

The Reds have yet to make an offer for the Sweden international, but are said to be willing to do a deal in the region of £120m, having already signed Florian Wirtz for up to £116m this summer.

As reported by The Athletic, Eintracht Frankfurt forward Hugo Ekitike remains on Liverpool's radar, but Newcastle also hold an interest in the Frenchman.

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