Liverpool are actively pursuing attacking reinforcements and have shown willingness to shatter the British transfer record for a second time this summer with a potential £130million bid.
Newcastle striker Alexander Isak has emerged as the Merseyside club's primary target as they seek to bolster their forward line under Arne Slot.
The Sweden international, who wears the number 14 shirt at St James' Park, has attracted significant interest from Anfield.
However, Newcastle have adopted a firm stance regarding their 25-year-old forward, maintaining he will not be leaving Tyneside this season. The club's determination to retain Isak has forced Liverpool to explore alternative options in the transfer market.
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The Reds have compiled a six-man shortlist of alternatives, with Darwin Nunez expected to depart for either Napoli or a Saudi Pro League club before any marquee signing arrives, according to the Daily Mail.
Manchester United's Marcus Rashford features among the potential targets, with the England international's name having been "floated" as an idea at Anfield, though discussions have not advanced beyond that preliminary stage.
The United academy product appears set to leave Old Trafford in the coming weeks after losing favour under Ruben Amorim last season.
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Barcelona and Bayern Munich are reportedly monitoring the forward's situation as he seeks a fresh start away from his boyhood club.
Real Madrid's versatile forward Rodrygo and Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike also feature on Liverpool's shortlist of attacking options.
The Reds have held discussions with Aston Villa regarding Ollie Watkins, who has attracted interest from both United and Arsenal.
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Talks have also taken place with Brentford concerning Yoane Wissa, with the Congolese international reportedly keen to secure a move away from the Gtech Community Stadium.
Tottenham and Nottingham Forest have shown interest in Wissa, who appears eager to take the next step in his career.
These various negotiations demonstrate Liverpool's comprehensive approach to identifying suitable alternatives should their pursuit of Isak prove unsuccessful.
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Victor Osimhen completes Liverpool's six-man shortlist, with the Nigeria international currently pushing for a return to the Turkish League.
The striker has no intention of remaining at Napoli and previously forced a loan move to Galatasaray, which could now become permanent.
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Saudi clubs have previously pursued Osimhen, but he wants to remain in Europe. The financial demands involved have deterred his numerous Premier League suitors, including Chelsea.
It remains uncertain whether Liverpool would be prepared to meet Osimhen's wage expectations or those of their other targets should Isak remain at Newcastle.