Liverpool have incredible 'wild card' target they'll try to sign if Alexander Isak talks fail with Newcastle

Liverpool have identified a 'wild card' target should they fail to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, according to stunning reports.

Liverpool have recruited heavily this summer, signing Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, who cost a club-record £116 million, and Milos Kerkez.

Not to mention Hugo Ekitike, who made a big impression in his new side's friendly win over Athletic Bilbao on Monday.

Despite the signing of Ekitike, Liverpool remain in the market for further attacking additions, including Isak, who has informed Newcastle that he wants to explore his options this summer.

The Swede has since returned to Newcastle's training ground, having had a solo trip at Real Sociedad to recover from his thigh injury.

Even though Isak has been strongly linked with a move away from St. James' Park, he has been backed to stay at the club ahead of the new season.

Liverpool have had a bid rejected for Alexander Isak. Image: Getty

If Liverpool are unable to strike a deal with Newcastle for Isak, then they'll turn their attention to 'wild card' target Rodrygo.

But the Reds face competition from Tottenham, who view him as an ideal replacement for Son Heung-min, who is set to join Los Angeles FC.

That's according to Spanish outlet Marca as they claim Liverpool have always considered Rodrygo as a 'wild card' if negotiations with Newcastle hit a wall.

Real Madrid have already received contact from 'several intermediaries' exploring the star forward's asking price.

'Agents' close to Spurs claim that they have already proposed an initial offer to the La Liga giants and are aware awaiting a response.

Rodrygo is wanted by Liverpool and Tottenham. Image: Getty

Rodrygo has been on the books at Real since June 2019 after they struck a pre-contract agreement with Santos in 2018.

He has made 270 appearances across all competitions and has scored 68 goals.

Rodrygo has already agreed personal terms with a Premier League club

Several clubs are circling for Rodrygo, who has already agreed personal terms with a team in view to leaving Real.

According to ESPN Brazil, Liverpool have already made contact with the player and his agent ahead of a making their first formal bid.

Journalist Siro Lopez claimed that these talks have led to the 24-year-old agreeing personal terms with the Anfield outfit, writing: "Liverpool have spoken to the entourage of Rodrygo, and the Real Madrid forward has approved an informal offer of personal terms."