Liverpool remain interested in the possibility of smashing the British transfer record by landing Alexander Isak from Newcastle and could fund a stunning £150m deal via the imminent sale of Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich.

‘However, Liverpool could now submit a rival offer and have the advantage of being able to offer Fofana, 20, the chance to play in the Champions League. Lyon want €50million (£43.7m / $58.7m) including add-ons for Fofana and it remains to be seen whether Liverpool or Everton are willing to go that high.’

Liverpool are looking to re-ignite interest in Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon if Luis Díaz leaves this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Luis Diaz will offer replacement shirts to supporters who bought the new Liverpool kit with No 23 on the back after he switched to No 7. The 26-year-old has worn No 23 since joining from Porto in ...