Man City Open Talks With Liverpool for Cody Gakpo

Manchester City have opened discussions with Liverpool to sign forward Cody Gakpo, with the Netherlands international reportedly preferring a move to the Etihad Stadium over Tottenham Hotspur as the summer transfer window nears its conclusion. The development, reported on Saturday evening, comes just three days before the deadline at 11 p.m. on Tuesday.

Gakpo, 27, has emerged as a key target for City following their sale of Savinho to Tottenham. According to reports, the forward has rejected interest from Spurs and has chosen to join City, with talks between the two Premier League clubs now advancing. It is understood that Gakpo has agreed personal terms with City, and the clubs are working to finalize an agreement.

The potential transfer unfolds as Liverpool complete a deal to sign Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola in a move worth up to £123 million. Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola stated earlier this week that he "cannot guarantee anything" regarding Gakpo's future. While Liverpool would prefer to sign another forward before sanctioning Gakpo's exit, they are aware the player may no longer be guaranteed a starting role following the arrivals of Barcola and Victor...