Liverpool intends to keep Cody Gakpo despite Spurs and Man City interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 6:05 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Liverpool is set to retain Cody Gakpo amid strong interest from Tottenham and Manchester City. The 27-year-old forward has attracted attention since Liverpool is pursuing additional wide players like Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh. Despite the risk of becoming redundant at Anfield, sources indicate that Gakpo remains a priority for head coach Andoni Iraola, who has been impressed by his performances in preseason and the opening match against Newcastle. The club values Gakpo around £72 million but has no plans to allow him to leave this summer.
- •Liverpool targets Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh this summer.
- •Cody Gakpo is sought after by Tottenham and Manchester City.
- •Andoni Iraola considers Gakpo integral to Liverpool's plans.
- •Gakpo has impressed during preseason and the season opener.
- 6:05 PMYahoo Sports — Richard Hughes takes Cody Gakpo transfer decision amid interest from Spurs and Man City
"With deals live for two extra wide forwards the 27-year-old Dutchman risks quickly becoming surplus to requirements at Anfield.The 2024/25 Premier League champions are chasing Bradley Barcola and Yank...
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