Manchester City want Gakpo, Liverpool do not want to sell
Manchester City are pushing to sign Cody Gakpo, and Liverpool have no interest in selling, especially to a direct rival (1) (9) (11). Gakpo underlined his value on Sunday, scoring in the 2–2 draw at Newcastle (1) (5). He is exactly the kind of player you keep, and the club knows it.
Final Barcola bid could reach €140M
Liverpool are reportedly set to make a final bid for Bradley Barcola, worth up to €140M (£120M), as the long search for a Salah replacement nears its end (7) (11). PSG have stood firm on their €140M valuation in recent hours (2) (7). The player is said to be confident of getting his move to Anfield (7).
Third Minteh bid being prepared
Liverpool are preparing a third bid for Yankuba Minteh after Brighton rejected the first two (8) (2) (11). Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler has given an update on Minteh's injury, but Liverpool's interest has not cooled (8). The pursuit continues.
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Camavinga and Alex Scott on the radar
Liverpool are also interested in Eduardo Camavinga and Alex Scott, while Chelsea are watching Camavinga too (3) (6) (2). Trent Alexander-Arnold has struggled at Real Madrid, opening the possibility of a return to Anfield (5).
Isak and Wirtz under pressure
Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz are under fire after the opening weekend, and new manager Andoni Iraola needs an instant response from both (4) (10). Gary Neville has been among the critics (4). Liverpool sit 10th after one game, with Nottingham Forest next on Saturday.
Fan-reaktioner
The Barcola story has fans buzzing, with the L'Equipe report about a final bid making the rounds on r/LiverpoolFC. The mood is optimistic about finally landing a marquee attacker, though PSG's stubborn €140M stance has some bracing for another twist. See the latest reactions
