Liverpool have no intention of selling Cody Gakpo this summer despite growing interest from elsewhere, with the Reds instead looking to strengthen their attacking options under Andoni Iraola.
Liverpool aren’t planning to sanction Cody Gakpo’s summer sale despite interest from several clubs.
Gakpo is one of several attacking players Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring ahead of the new season, while other clubs are also keeping tabs on his situation.
However, talkSPORT’s Alex Crook says Liverpool have no plans to sell the forward and see him as a key part of Andoni Iraola’s squad.
This comes after speculation about Liverpool’s attacking options intensified in recent weeks with several forwards across Europe linked to a move to Anfield.
Liverpool’s focus is strengthening and not weakening
Rather than reducing their attacking options, Liverpool’s priority is to add more quality to Iraola’s squad.
Crook reports the Reds are actively looking to strengthen their wide attacking positions rather than letting established players leave.
This suggests Gakpo remains firmly in Liverpool’s long-term plans despite increased competition for places this season.
Since joining from PSV Eindhoven, the Netherlands international has become one of Liverpool’s most versatile attackers, capable of playing through the middle or on either flank.
His flexibility will likely be especially valuable under Iraola, whose demanding style emphasises rotation throughout a long campaign.
Barcola remains a target
Liverpool’s desire to strengthen out wide has led to fresh speculation about Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola.
The France international has long been admired by the Reds and is their preferred target if an opportunity arises.
However, any move currently seems highly unlikely, as Crook reports PSG continues to insist Barcola isn’t for sale despite growing interest from several Premier League clubs.
The French champions are determined to retain one of their most promising attacking players making any negotiations challenging at this stage of the transfer window.
Author’s View: Gakpo’s future seems to be with Liverpool as opposed to elsewhere
For Liverpool supporters, this latest update offers clarity regarding Gakpo’s immediate future.
Rather than selling one of their senior forwards, the Reds seem focused on building greater depth ahead of a season where they’ll compete in multiple competitions.
Liverpool’s head coach Iraola emphasised the importance of squad depth during his first press conference, highlighting that injuries and fixture congestion necessitate rotation.
Keeping Gakpo while adding more attacking quality aligns perfectly with this approach.
Currently, Liverpool’s message is clear: Gakpo is not for sale and their focus is on strengthening the squad around him rather than breaking it up.
