{
  "id": 1533542,
  "title": "Tottenham Hotspur Are Close To Recruiting This Liverpool Winger: What Will He Add To De Zerbi’s Side?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/tottenham-hotspur-are-close-to-recruiting-this-liverpool-winger-what",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-17T18:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/tottenham-hotspur-close-recruiting-liverpool-180500907.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Recent reports suggest that Tottenham Hotspur are on the verge of signing Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo. The Dutch player has reportedly agreed to personal terms and the club is aiming to finalize the deal during the current summer transfer window. Gakpo has had a mixed campaign at Liverpool recently, but showcased his talent in the Premier League last season with nine goals and six assists in 52 appearances.\n\nGakpo is considered one of the most gifted wide players in the Premier League and his skills could prove valuable for Tottenham's attack. He is known for his dribbling abilities, capable of driving in runs from wide areas and providing dangerous crosses from long range. The 27-year-old can also play as a centre-forward if needed and has experience in the top flight of English football.\n\nGakpo's current contract at Liverpool expires in 2030, which may make it challenging for Spurs to secure him at a reduced cost. However, his potential to add firepower to Roberto De Zerbi's side is undeniable. The Dutch winger has a strong understanding of the Premier League and would likely fit in well at Tottenham. With his peak years still ahead of him, Gakpo could be a key player for the London club in their pursuit of European competition in the coming seasons.",
  "summary": "In a recent post on X, journalist Nicolo Schira claimed that Tottenham Hotspur are close to recruiting Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo. It has been mentioned that Spurs have already agreed on personal ter...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}