With that in mind, many felt the Reds would sign that profile of forward this summer, but Liverpool’s interest in Liam Delap indicates the type of striker Slot wants at Anfield.





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It has become clear in recent weeks that Newcastle’s Alexander Isak is Liverpool’s top target for the summer transfer window as the Swedish star is a complete forward who would fit Slot’s system perfectly.

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That complete forward profile seems to be the route the Reds wants to go down as Liverpool continue to show interest in Delap, reports the Daily Mail.

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Alan Shearer suggested Liverpool should sign Delap last month and the English talent could be a great alternative to Isak, should Newcastle refuse to let the Swedish star go this summer.

Signing a complete forward makes a lot of sense for Liverpool, but signing other profiles could bring out the best in several Reds stars.

Using Diaz and Jota as false nines this season has worked out for Liverpool for the most part, although it seems teams have figured the Reds out in recent weeks.

Having favoured this profile of player, it was suspected that the Merseyside club would go down this route when signing a new forward this summer, with Liverpool linked to stars such as Joao Pedro.
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