Arne Slot insists Liverpool will only sign the right player for the right price

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has reiterated the club will only sign the right player for the right fee if he wants to join, but refused to be drawn on their position regarding Alexander Isak.

Since a £110 million bid was rejected earlier this month, the club have not returned to negotiations although they have never formally walked away from pursuing a deal.

Isak’s decision to go public on Tuesday, accusing Newcastle of breaking promises and saying he “can’t continue” and “change is in the best interests of everyone”, has intensified speculation about the striker’s future.

Newcastle’s response was to stress: “We have been clear that the conditions of a sale this summer have not transpired. We do not foresee those conditions being met.”

It adds extra spice for when the two teams meet at St James’ Park on Monday, with Isak expected to absent again as he continues to train away from the squad.

“I am happy with the squad but if we think there is a player who can really make us better then this club has always shown they can bring them in,” said Slot, who has already benefited from a £300million-plus spending spree this summer, offset by more than £200m of sales.

“But it needs to be everything we want: right transfer fee, right position and the player wants to come to us.

“I don’t think (it will be a busy end to the window) because (that would mean) I would be unhappy with the squad and I am happy with the squad.

“I say two players for each positions is ideal, but sometimes less is more so you are not disappointing players.”

Slot rejected the suggestion their trip to the north east would be made easier by Isak’s absence and the turmoil surrounding the club.

“I don’t think they are a club with troubles,” he added.

“I assume