Liverpool Lead Race for Free Agent Gnabry

Liverpool have emerged as frontrunners in the race to sign Bayern Munich winger Serge Gnabry on a free transfer next summer, as the 30-year-old German international's contract with the Bundesliga champions nears its expiration at the end of the current season.

Reports indicate that Liverpool officials have made initial enquiries about Gnabry, viewing him as a cost-effective addition that would allow the club to allocate resources elsewhere in the squad. The Merseyside outfit, managed by Arne Slot, are preparing for an active 2026 transfer window amid a challenging start to their campaign. Juventus have also expressed interest and conducted preliminary talks, but Liverpool's stronger financial position positions them as favorites to secure the player's signature, potentially outbidding the Italian club when formal negotiations open in January.

Gnabry's future at Bayern remains uncertain due to ongoing contract discussions. The club has proposed a two-year extension, but it includes a significant salary reduction from his current high-earning deal, signed in 2022. While Gnabry is reportedly open to staying in Munich, the stalemate has attracted attention from abroad. Bayern...