Liverpool have added Victor Osimhen to their striker target shortlist as moves for Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike are having difficulty.
The Kop want to add a new striker to the squad as Darwin Nunez's future seems uncertain.
The Uruguayan player has been linked with the reigning Serie A champions Napoli. And if Nunez leaves Anfield, a replacement will be Liverpool's top priority.
Although the Premier League champions have spent a lot of money this summer, their PSR figures have been positive in recent seasons.
This means that recruiting an additional striker is not as difficult as planned. Some of the strikers have been identified as potential Liverpool new signings.
The Frankfurt star Ekitike is at the top of coach Arne Slot's target list. But according to Sky Sport Germany, he will have to wait until the end of the transfer window to move to Anfield.
That is because Liverpool need to sell players first to have money for a new move. Frankfurt is expected to demand around £85 million from the Frenchman if they want to sell. Frankfurt CEO Markus Krosche has made it clear that they will not sell their star for free.
"If the price is not right, he will stay with us. We don't need to sell Hugo. He is one of the most exciting strikers in the European market. Hugo has to decide that.
I'm happy we have him. If he makes a different decision, we will let him go" - Krosche said.
Meanwhile, Liverpool also have alternative options. Newcastle's Alexander Isak has also been praised at Anfield. Although there is still a contract term, the "Magpies" cannot be assured about the future of the Swedish striker.
They have tried to counter that interest by giving Isak a new contract. The striker will become the highest-paid player in the club's history. In addition, Osimhen will be a slightly more affordable option for Liverpool.
Thelogan does not seem to have a future in Napoli. He spent the entire previous season on loan at Galatasaray. The 26-year-old striker scored 37 goals in all competitions last season for the Turkish giants. Osimhen is said to have a €75 million release clause in his contract with Napoli.
In addition to a new striker, Liverpool are also pursuing a new centre-back. They are getting closer to signing Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi when Jarell Quansah is about to move to Bayer Leverkusen.
