Liverpool’s summer transfer plans may be about to take an intriguing turn following fresh claims from respected journalist Fabrizio Romano. In his latest YouTube update, Romano confirmed that Real Madrid are “open to letting Rodrygo go” during the current window, fuelling speculation around the Brazilian’s future.

Newcastle United have confirmed striker Alexander Isak will not travel with the club on their pre-season tour of Singapore and South Korea due to injury.

Liverpool may face an awkward conversation with new signing Hugo Ekitike following reports that the Reds are still interested in a blockbuster move for Alexander Isak. Newcastle are said to have been made aware that the Swedish forward wants to leave in a potential £150million exit.

Alexander Isak is ‘giving his priority’ to Liverpool after telling Newcastle he wants to ‘explore a move away’ this summer, with the Reds now to set to accelerate two transfer exits to ‘proceed on the move’.

Hogan believes the show of ambition this transfer window underlines the desire of FSG to ensure Liverpool build on last season's title win

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Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Liverpool interest in Lyon winger Malick Fofana in the summer transfer window.

The club have started preparations for the season at Melwood despite still not having a permanent manager in place and many holes on the roster to fill.