Does Liverpool really need Isak? Ekitic proves that the focus of the Reds signings should turn elsewhere

. After all, chances of signing world-class nines are not often available—a common belief that this opportunity must be seized.

With previous prudent operation and excellent player sales proceeds, Liverpool's financial situation is stable. Even if Isak signs at a record price in the UK, it will not violate the Premier League's Profit and Sustainable Development Rules (PSR). But "being able to sign" does not mean "should sign", at least it should not come at the cost of solving obvious defensive flaws.

Slott really needs another striker. Jota's unfortunate death made him lose perhaps the best finisher in the team, and Darwin Nunes has also lost one choice on the bench after joining the Saudi League this summer.

Currently, Hugo Ekitic is the only orthodox center in the team. It is worth noting that Liverpool's offensive threat has dropped significantly after he was replaced in the match against Crystal Palace and Bournemouth. In addition, the 23-year-old Frenchman has contributed 2 goals and 1 assist in the first two official games after joining the team, which is enough to prove that he deserves to be the main striker of Liverpool this season, not Isack's substitute.

Therefore, Liverpool should probably introduce a substitute ninth at a reasonable price, rather than spending record fees to sign a player who needs to start every game.

Of course, Ekitic could be moved to the left to give way to Isaac's middle, but that means substituting Cody Garkepo - now he is in good shape at the familiar winger position and has great potential this season.

Signing Isaac is undoubtedly a fantasy upgrade for Liverpool, but it is more like "fantasy football" than a pragmatic choice. Although Slott's forward line will be full of talents, it is enough to make all Europe envious, but if he loses to Newcastle on Monday, the reason is more likely to be insufficient defensive quality rather than lack of offensive firepower.

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