Manchester City has prepared an £85m bid and reached a total contract agreement with Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano. The proposed transfer hinges entirely on Liverpool securing a right-sided replacement before the deadline, with Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr emerging as the primary target for the Anfield club.
Cody Gakpo and Manchester City Transfer Agreement Details
According to Fabrizio Romano via his YouTube channel, terms between Cody Gakpo and Manchester City are completely sorted. “The agreement is done. Cody Gakpo and Manchester City have an agreement on the contract, all set already,” Romano stated.
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Ismaila Sarr Emerges as Liverpool’s Primary Winger Target
With a deal for Yankuba Minteh stalling after Brighton revealed an £80m asking price and Liverpool walked away from a third offer, Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr has become the favorite. Romano reported that Sarr is pushing for the move to Anfield despite Crystal Palace publicly resisting his exit. Liverpool previously submitted an official written bid of £50m—comprising £45m plus £5m in add-ons—which Crystal Palace rejected outright.
Broadening the Squad: Bradley Barcola and Outgoing Rumours
Liverpool have secured a deal to sign Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain, which provides the necessary depth to consider sanctioning Gakpo’s exit. Meanwhile, Walk On reported that Romano dismissed speculation linking Tottenham fullback Djed Spence with either Liverpool or Manchester United, confirming the player is instead bound for Inter Milan in a deal worth roughly £27m.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Cody Gakpo agreed to join Manchester City?
Yes. According to Fabrizio Romano, Cody Gakpo and Manchester City have a total contract agreement in place, backed by an £85m official bid sent to Liverpool.
Why has Liverpool not finalized Ismaila Sarr yet?
Liverpool had an initial £50m bid rejected by Crystal Palace. While Sarr wants the move, the Eagles are currently reluctant to sell.
Did Liverpool make an offer for Yankuba Minteh?
Yes. Liverpool submitted two bids to Brighton before walking away from a third offer upon learning of the Seagulls’ £80m valuation.
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