Liverpool Eye Alexander Isak and Marc Guehi in Blockbuster Transfer Push

Liverpool are racing against time to bolster their squad before the transfer window slams shut, targeting Newcastle’s Alexander Isak and Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi in deals that could push their summer spending close to £500 million.

The Reds’ defensive vulnerabilities have been laid bare early in the 2025/26 season, prompting manager Arne Slot and his recruitment team to prioritize Guehi as the ideal partner for Virgil van Dijk and a potential long-term successor to Ibrahima Konate. Guehi’s athleticism, tenacity, and ball-playing ability align perfectly with Slot’s tactical vision for a revamped Liverpool defense.

Liverpool initially aimed to secure Guehi for around £30 million, banking on Crystal Palace’s weakening resolve as the England international’s contract nears its 2026 expiry. However, Palace have stood firm, valuing their captain at £40 million, with aspirations of fetching up to £45 million. The Reds are now warming to the idea of meeting the higher price, recognizing that waiting until 2026 could invite competition from Europe’s elite clubs while their current defensive frailties demand immediate action.

Meanwhile, Liverpool are also preparing a massive move for Newcastle’s star striker Alexander Isak. A potential £130 million bid is on the table, though Newcastle hold out for a £150 million valuation. The outcome of this high-stakes negotiation remains uncertain as the transfer deadline looms.

These prospective signings would add to Liverpool’s already ambitious summer, which has seen Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez, and Giovanni Leoni join the ranks. If both deals materialize, the Reds’ spending could mark one of the most significant squad overhauls in football history.

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