Below is the latest on both Liverpool and Newcastle being in the hunt for the same forwards and it appears they have finally decided to focus their attention on different players.

Liverpool’s Exciting Striker SigningLiverpool are pushing ahead in the transfer market with real intent this summer. Following a brilliant Premier League-winning season under Arne

While his haul of 15 league goals in 2024-25 was a career best, his finishing appears a potential weakness. The 23-year-old underperformed his expected goals total by 6.7 and converted just 12.8% of his shots – with Isak almost twice as lethal in front of goal last season.

He outlined this afternoon ( via X ): ‘Hugo Ekitike wants to join Liverpool. The striker has agreed in principle to the move if a deal can be struck between the clubs, and Liverpool have indicated to Eintracht Frankurt that they are ready to make an official offer. Talks are progressing and things are expected to move quickly.

Isak wants Liverpool as Ekitike bid rejected, Gyokeres to Arsenal update, Jackson to Man United - Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike are on Liverpool’s radar while Viktor Gyokeres and Noni Madueke are cl

Liverpool are 'taking a back seat' and cooling their efforts to sign a €100m-rated striker in a development that increases Manchester United's chances of striking a deal, according to reports.