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Liverpool set for British record Isak bid
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Thousands of people are expected to head to Liverpool this weekend for Pride celebrations, one of the highlights of the city's cultural calendar. Local authorities have said they are expecting large crowds for the event on what is expected to be a hot weekend.
Liverpool's big-money investment on transfers is the result of long-term planning, club CEO Billy Hogan said, adding that winning a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title convinced the club it was time to act like a modern powerhouse.
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Liverpool have already beaten two Championship sides in pre-season but bigger games are can be viewed as opportunities.
Nearly two years after facing off in the Women's World Cup final, England and Spain will meet in the final of the Women's Euro, each side with a point to prove after a dramatic semifinal round.
Diogo Jota's death casts an immense shadow over Liverpool's preseason preparations, but new arrivals have strengthened the squad. Could the Reds win the Premier League title again?
On their five signings so far, the club lead the way in Premier League spending having paid £240m on initial fees, with that potentially rising to over £250m when including add-ons. Any deal for Isak would see that figure shoot up to nearer £400m.
Hogan believes the show of ambition this transfer window underlines the desire of FSG to ensure Liverpool build on last season's title win.
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Anfield Watch on MSNLiverpool advancing in talks for mega transferLiverpool are in advanced talks for a mega deal that could transform the club. This is a very exciting moment in the transfer window for the Reds. The club's sporting director, Richard Hughes, has