Liverpool could sign £130m player instead of Alexander Isak in stunning transfer

Liverpool are dead set on signing Alexander Isak but an £130 million alternative could be available and of interest to the Reds.

Liverpool have splashed out more than £300 million this summer but are still determined to land Newcastle United striker Isak, who wants out and continues to train alone.

The Reds had a £110 million bid rejected by Newcastle, who are adamant he is not for sale despite his desires to leave this summer.

Isak finally broke his silence and accused the club of "broken promises" but Newcastle responded and stated that they "have been clear that the conditions of a sale this summer have not transpired".

Eddie Howe believes the saga is "coming to an end" and is still hopeful that he returns to the fold.

Alexander Isak still wants out at Newcastle. Image: Getty

But could Liverpool turn their attentions elsewhere after a significant development?

Liverpool may have £130 million Isak alternative

In Spain, Defensa Central have provided on the situation involving Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr, whose contract runs until 2027.

Contract discussions have been put on hold, with Real considering all possible options - including even selling the Brazilian in 2026 if the two parties do not come to an agreement.

While it is not their preferred scenario, it's claimed Real would consider selling him for a fee of £130 million next summer.

The report goes on to note that Los Blancos believe it is Vinicius' plan to follow Kylian Mbappe's blueprint and head into 2027 as a free agent to give him more power in terms of deciding his future.

Vinicius Jr could be available for a fee of £130 million. Image: Getty

While there are no concrete Liverpool links to Vinicius, scorer of the winning goal against them in the 2022 Champions League final, the club are still in the market for a high-profile attacking reinforcement and have also been linked with his club and international teammate Rodrygo Goes.

The same outlet states that the Brazilian's agents are in the United Kingdom for negotiations and he would be excited about the prospect of playing for Liverpool, who see him as suitable replacement for Luis Diaz after his Bayern Munich transfer.

At the same time, he is not actively pushing to leave the Santiago Bernabeu and would be happy to stay put.