Liverpool are keen on signing a new No.9 to bolster their attack ahead of the 2025-26 campaign. The Reds have prioritised having a fearsome frontline in the last few seasons, with more than one option in each of the three positions upfront. Alexander Isak is one of five players on Liverpool's radar to slot into the central striker berth next season.
Manchester United laid a tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva outside Anfield earlier this afternoon.
Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo both got on the scoresheet and dedicated their goal celebrations to Diogo Jota in an emotional day at Deepdale.
Liverpool returned to action for the first time since Diogo Jota's tragic death, marking the occasion with a series of powerful tributes during their pre-season clash with Preston North End. Supporters, players and staff came together at Deepdale to honour the late Portugal international and his brother Andre Silva in an emotional evening of remembrance.
Liverpool might end up retaining Darwin Nunez's services beyond this summer as they remain firm on their €60 million (£52m/$70m) valuation of the Uruguayan forward. Napoli remain interested in signing the striker this summer but they are offering a fee of €55m for the Reds star. Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna will meet the player's agent on Monday.
Diogo Jota's widow Rute Cardoso joined a host of Liverpool stars to visit the sea of floral tributes left to the Portuguese star outside Anfield.
