Liverpool Transfer News Today
Liverpool are working hard to build their summer window, targeting highest quality forwards alongside negotiating a high price tag for one of their current big stars. Below is the full summary for July 16, 2025.
⚽ Liverpool Lead Race for Newcastle's Alexander Isak
Liverpool are now favourites to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, with Betfred odds making them a 58% chance of acquiring the 25‑year‑old Swedish international for around £120 million (The Liverpool Offside, The Sun). While Liverpool have officially approached Newcastle, no bid yet officially, though negotiations could become more serious given Isak's 54‑goal record from 86 Premier League games and Newcastle's ambition to reinvest in Hugo Ekitike (The Liverpool Offside).
Hugo Ekitike Alternative in the Frame
As a last resort, if the Isak pursuit encounters a brick wall or is too expensive, Liverpool are looking to Hugo Ekitike at Eintracht Frankfurt as an alternative fall-back (The Liverpool Offside). Newcastle's interest in Ekitike indicates a domino effect—if they get him, Liverpool can re-enter rapidly.
Real Madrid Eye Ibrahima Konaté; Reds Demand €50m
Liverpool have placed a €50 million valuation on centre-back Ibrahima Konaté, who's being pursued by Real Madrid (Managing Madrid). Madrid thus far have only offered €25 million. Liverpool can sell to avoid losing him on a free in 2026, and manager Arne Slot values Konaté for tactical versatility in a probable back three .
Bayern Munich's Opening Bid for Luis Díaz Rejected
Bayern Munich's €67.5 million offer for Liverpool's Luis Díaz has been refused; Liverpool want at least €100 million. Bayern have signed personal terms with Díaz, but he can still depart—there are suggestions a "gentleman's agreement" would lead to a transfer if Bayern hit an €80 million target.
Midfield Strengthening Options
Liverpool are also considering midfield signings. Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace), Frenkie de Jong (Barcelona), and Morgan Gibbs‑White (Nottingham Forest) have all been reported on as they consider squad depth on a number of lines (Liverpool Latest News .com).
Recent Ins & Outs (Summer 2025 So Far)
- In: Florian Wirtz (£100–116 m), Jeremie Frimpong (£29.5 m), Milos Kerkez (£40 m), Armin Pécsi, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Freddie Woodman (en.wikipedia.org)
- Out: Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid, £8.4 m, Caoimhín Kelleher to Brentford, £12.5 m, Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen, £30 m (en.wikipedia.org)
Transfer News Summary
| Player | Role | Latest Update |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Isak | Newcastle striker | Favourites; formal approach, projected £120 m fee |
| Hugo Ekitike | Frankfurt striker | Option if Isak delays; Newcastle target also |
| Ibrahima Konaté | Centre-back | €50 m value; Real Madrid made €25 m ???? bid |
| Luis Díaz | Winger | Bayern rejected €67.5 m bid; likely £100 m price tag |
| Midfield targets | CM | Linked: Adam Wharton, Frenkie de Jong, Morgan Gibbs‑White |
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Final Take
Liverpool's summer plan relies on signing a world-class goal-scorer such as Isak or Ekitike and balancing the books through possible sales of Konaté or Díaz. With seasoned signings already set up, the Reds are building a team poised to compete on all fronts.
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