Cody Gakpo proves his worth again to Liverpool at Ipswich – but where does Iraola play him now?
For Isak’s two goals and Barcola’s second-half introduction, Gakpo - who looked set to move to Man City a week ago - once again looked like Andoni Iraola’s most influential attacker
In a thrilling match at Portman Road, Liverpool's star signing Bradley Barcola made his debut, and the joint-most expensive purchase in English football history finally made his mark. The Sweden international Alexander Isak scored a brace in the first half, showcasing his goal-scoring prowess for Liverpool. Cody Gakpo, a £80m transfer from Newcastle, also played a pivotal role, providing crucial assists to Isak's goals.
Iraola, Liverpool's new manager, praised Gakpo's performance, highlighting his quick and instinctive forward passes. The Ipswich defense struggled throughout the match, and their lack of decisive play in the final third allowed Liverpool to dominate. Despite Ipswich's efforts, they couldn't match Liverpool's attacking prowess, and their 18-game unbeaten home league streak came to an end.
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