Liverpool Football Club is seeking short-term attacking reinforcement following the injury of their striker Alexander Isak, and has recently been linked with Norwegian forward Alexander Sørloth from Atlético Madrid, according to reports from the site "CaughtOffside."

The report indicated that Atlético Madrid is demanding more than £30 million to let Sørloth go, a figure that has given Liverpool much to consider, especially since he was initially seen as a temporary loan solution to cover Isak's absence.

However, any deal for Sørloth has always leaned towards a permanent transfer, which does not align with Liverpool's short-term plans, as Atlético Madrid views him as an important part of their squad rather than surplus to requirements.

The report added that Sørloth scored 24 goals last season with Atlético Madrid, reflecting his consistency and ability to lead the attack, so there is little incentive for the Spanish team to agree to a discounted sale or a mid-season loan, especially with ongoing domestic and European competitions.

Sources explained that Liverpool's hesitation to make a swift move is also linked to the continuous improvement in Isak's condition, who is expected to return in the spring, reducing the need to spend large sums on a temporary player.

It seems that Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp prefers to rely on the current attacking options within the team while focusing on tactical adjustments until Isak's return, making a January signing of Sørloth unlikely.