Liverpool weighs Isak alternative

Liverpool weighs options as the transfer window narrows, with Isak and Alvarez on the radar and depth concerns growing.

Liverpool weighs Isak alternative amid Alvarez links

Liverpool have added Hugo Ekitike this window but its depth issue remains after departures of Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz. Alexander Isak is still viewed as the obvious target, yet closing a deal before the deadline looks unlikely. The club could pivot to a more versatile attacker and revisit Isak later, or chase another option such as Rodrygo in a broader plan. Fans and analysts watch how Liverpool balance name value with practical squad building as the clock ticks.

Spanish outlets have linked Liverpool with Julian Alvarez, and there is ongoing talk about how realistic a move would be. MARCA reported contact, while Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo publicly shut down the idea. The financial hurdle is clear with reports of a release clause around €500 million, a figure that would deter all but the boldest suitors. Yet the market still values Alvarez highly, with CIES placing him near the Isak level at about £120 million. There are unclear signals about Alvarez’s willingness to move, and the truth remains contested as the window nears closure.

The story highlights a transfer market that rewards depth and adaptability over flashy names. Liverpool may feel pressure to act now, but inflated price tags and stiff competition raise the risk of overpaying or overextending the squad’s budget. A pivot to a versatile forward could offer immediate cover while keeping a route open to revisit Isak in January. Atletico Madrid’s situation adds another layer of uncertainty, as rival clubs monitor how a potential move would affect their own plans. Klopp faces a choice between risk and reward, with little room for delay.

This window also underlines a broader trend: big clauses and long-term contracts shape strategic thinking. The pressure to secure attacking options without wrecking financial health could push Liverpool toward a more diversified hunt, including options that can play across multiple roles. The coming days will reveal whether the club bets on a short-term fix or spreads risk with a wider range of targets.

Highlights

The window still holds surprises, and Klopp will need a flexible plan to pace the season.