Liverpool are expected to launch a bid for Alexander Isak after freeing up the funds to do so. The Premier League champions have sold Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich for a reported £65million, with the transfer made official on Wednesday morning.

Newcastle United have previously felt the effects of Premier League rules concerning associated party transactions (APTs) and fair market value assessment (FMV)

Liverpool are ready to bid for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak as soon as they are given any encouragement from the Magpies, Reds transfer expert David Lynch has reiterated. The Reds will take on J1 League side Yokohama F. Marinos on Wednesday, and fans will hope to see striker Hugo Ekitike make his debut for the club.