According to English media, Liverpool might be poised to spend an astounding 240 million euros this coming summer for not just one but two transfers with a (slight) Dutch connection. Both of The Reds‘ targets have something to do with the Netherlands.
Firstly, the Premier League leaders are determined to bolster their defence, regardless of Virgil van Dijk’s decision to either extend his contract or leave. Sources indicate that Dean Huijsen, who has been making waves at AFC Bournemouth, is at the top of Anfield Road’s wishlist. The Spanish-Dutch, or Dutch-Spanish player, if you will, won’t come cheap: sixty million euros. Plus, there is competition from Chelsea.
Additionally, coach Arne Slot reportedly believes that The Reds could use a new striker. Darwin Núñez works hard, but his scoring record is not remarkable, and Diogo Jota primarily shines as a substitute. Cody Gakpo and Luis Díaz are naturally left-wingers and not number nines.
Champions League
Thus, Liverpool is reportedly eyeing Alexander Isak of Newcastle United, who is adamant about playing Champions League football next season, according to whispers in the English corridors. The Reds are on track to qualify for the tournament, but whether The Magpies will join them remains uncertain.
The Swedish forward, who once played on loan for Willem II in the Eredivisie (scoring fourteen goals in eighteen matches), has been in top form at St. James’ Park, commanding an astronomical fee as a result. In England, discussions have centered around an expenditure of 180 million euros, pushing the overall cost to 240 million euros. Nonetheless, speculation suggests that Newcastle might also be content with a figure of 150 million.
