Fresh transfer twist as opening forward offer turned down

Fresh transfer twist as opening forward offer turned down Liverpool are finalizing substantial transfer activity prior to the deadline on Tuesday. Bradley Barcola has signed his Anfield contract following his £123 million move from Paris Saint-Germain. More wingers are expected to follow, with deals already ongoing for Ismaila Sarr and Yankuba Minteh.

Crystal Palace value 28-year-old Senegal winger Sarr at £75 million while Minteh, who is currently injured, is rated at £80 million by Brighton. Liverpool's outgoing players are essential to make room for Barcola and another winger transfers. Federico Chiesa might depart for a Serie A club, and Harvey Elliott is sought for a loan deal at Valencia.

Reports suggest that Cody Gakpo also wants to leave Anfield, with Crystal City setting an initial offer of approximately £85 million for the Dutch international, who joined the Reds in 2023 for around £37 million. However, Liverpool has rejected their proposal, indicating their valuation is significantly higher. Gakpo has started the season strongly under Andoni Iraola's management but is surplus to requirements with Barcola spearheading Liverpool's attacking strategy.

City has reportedly made an opening offer, but it has fallen short of Liverpool's desired amount, with an agreement expected. Despite heavy spending over the last year, totalling around £670 million on new players, Liverpool may struggle to afford another major deal unless Gakpo's total fee is secured.