Liverpool are preparing for significant surgery in their wide attacking areas this summer as Arne Slot’s side look to refine a squad that has shown both brilliance and brittleness over the course of the campaign.
On the left flank, Cody Gakpo has endured another underwhelming season, failing to consistently deliver the goal threat or cutting edge expected of a key forward. His primary competition, 17-year-old Rio Ngumoha, remains raw and inexperienced at Premier League level, leaving Liverpool short of established depth in that position.
The situation on the right is even more pressing. Mohamed Salah is set to depart after reaching an agreement to terminate his £400,000-per-week contract one year early. The Egyptian’s exit marks the end of an era and leaves a gaping void that cannot be ignored. The club has already been linked with potential replacements, including exciting talents Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola, as sporting director Richard Hughes begins the search for a new starting right winger.
Yet it is the need to unlock Liverpool’s record signing, Alexander Isak, that may dictate the most important incoming business. The £125 million striker has managed just four goals in an injury-disrupted season, a return that falls well below expectations for a player of his calibre. While fitness issues have played a major role, the lack of consistent, high-quality service has compounded his difficulties. Hughes is under pressure to deliver a return on that significant investment, and bolstering the attacking supply line is now a priority.
Enter Antonio Nusa.
The RB Leipzig attacker has emerged as a compelling option for Liverpool, and his potential arrival could prove the perfect catalyst for Isak. As a dynamic, direct Norwegian winger with pace, technical quality, and an eye for goal, Nusa offers the kind of vertical threat and creativity that could finally ignite the Swedish forward’s game. The Scandinavian connection is more than symbolic — shared understanding, work ethic, and familiarity with similar footballing cultures could accelerate their on-field chemistry.
Nusa’s profile fits Liverpool’s recruitment philosophy: young, high-upside, and capable of performing at the highest intensity. His performances for Leipzig have showcased an ability to beat full-backs, deliver dangerous crosses, and contribute in the final third — attributes that would directly address the service issues Isak has faced.
With Salah’s departure creating space on the right and Gakpo’s inconsistency demanding competition on the left, Liverpool’s summer strategy appears focused on revitalising their wide options. Signing Nusa would not only provide immediate quality but could also represent the tactical and psychological key to unlocking Isak’s full potential.
As the transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Anfield. One Norwegian arrival may be all it takes to transform a £125 million investment from a lingering question mark into a devastating partnership — and propel Liverpool’s attack into a new, more clinical era.