Alexander Isak: Liverpool handed huge transfer boost in striker pursuit as deal agreed | OneFootball

Premier League champions are set to bid again for top target

Liverpool’s pursuit of Alexander Isak looks to be gaining momentum once more as the Reds were handed a big boost to their transfer war chest.

However, that stance is now believed to have changed with Liverpool nearing a key sale to bolster their transfer kitty.

According to widespread reports, Liverpool have reached an agreement to sell striker Darwin Nunez to Al-Hilal, who had made the Uruguayan their ‘priority’ target after missing out on Victor Osimhen, who made his loan move to Galatasaray permanent.

Outgoing: Darwin Nunez

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Fabrizio Romano reports that the Saudi Pro League outfit are closing in on the signing of Nunez, in what would be a huge boost to Liverpool’s chances of signing Isak.

The Italian journalist detailed that the Reds would receive £46m plus add-ons for the forward.

Not only does Nunez’s prospective exit make room for another body in Arne Slot’s striking ranks, it also brings in vital cash for Liverpool to tack onto their initial Isak offer as they prepare to test Newcastle’s resolve once more.

The Daily Mail reported previously that the Magpies were holding out for closer to £150m for their talisman, and funds brought in from Nunez will help Liverpool get closer to that figure.

Liverpool have spent well over £200m this summer already, with the arrivals of Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez, Hugo Ekitike, and Giorgi Mamardashvili.