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Tottenham Readies Major Bid for Cody Gakpo as Liverpool Holds Firm

Liverpool's decision will turn on whether it signs replacements because short-term striker shortages could force the club to retain Gakpo.

Overview

  • Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi is reported to be a strong admirer of Cody Gakpo and the club is preparing a substantial offer to Liverpool, with media estimates in a wide range up to roughly £73.5m.
  • Liverpool signed Victor Munoz in mid‑June, a move that commentators say could make Gakpo surplus on the left but does not by itself mean the club will sell him.
  • Long‑term Hugo Ekitike injury has left Liverpool light on centre‑forward cover, and club sources indicate that shortage may block a Gakpo sale unless another striker is recruited.
  • Gakpo remains under contract until June 2030, giving Liverpool bargaining power and allowing the club to demand a fee aligned with its valuation rather than accepting low offers.
  • No formal transfer has been completed and talks appear exploratory; a sale would reshape Tottenham's wide options and could prompt Liverpool to move again in the transfer market for forward reinforcements.