Liverpool's £50m bid for Ismaila Sarr rejected by Crystal Palace

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Liverpool's £50m bid for Ismaila Sarr rejected by Crystal Palace
Summary

Liverpool made a £50 million bid for winger Ismaila Sarr, but Crystal Palace has declined the offer. Sources indicate that Palace considers Sarr essential to their plans, especially with the transfer window closing soon. Former chief scout Mick Brown stated that the decision to keep Sarr has already been made, citing the difficulty in acquiring a replacement. Liverpool is close to completing a deal for Bradley Barcola but may have to reassess their pursuit of Sarr if it appears Palace is unwilling to sell, without securing a replacement first.

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  • Liverpool's transfer window bid for Sarr was turned down.
  • Crystal Palace emphasized Sarr's importance to the team.
  • Mick Brown states Sarr is key to Palace's future plans.
  • Liverpool targets Bradley Barcola but may seek alternatives for Sarr.
  • Transfer window closes next Tuesday, adding urgency to negotiations.
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  • 10:25 AMYahoo Sports‘Decision has been made’ – Insider shares Ismaila Sarr transfer claim after first Liverpool bid
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Liverpool could be left frustrated in their pursuit of Ismaila Sarr in the final few days of the summer transfer window.On Wednesday, the Reds had an opening offer of £50m for the winger turned down ...

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