Gakpo Exit: Liverpool's Barcola & Mbaye Double Swoop – What It Means
Liverpool's transfer window could finally be approaching its decisive phase — with Cody Gakpo's future potentially holding the key to a major attacking reshuffle.
On the latest Newsround with Dave Davis, Dave breaks down growing reports from the Netherlands that Gakpo is open to joining Tottenham after speaking with Roberto De Zerbi. With Spurs expected to return after an opening bid was reportedly rejected, what price would convince Liverpool to sell — and could his departure unlock moves for Bradley Barcola AND Ibrahim Mbaye?
Liverpool's interest in the PSG pair continues to dominate the agenda. Reports from France suggest the Reds are among the most active clubs pursuing Mbaye and could make an offer, while Barcola remains the priority and talks with PSG continue. With PSG completing more attacking business of their own, Dave asks whether the pieces are finally falling into place for Liverpool's long-awaited winger moves.
There's also the latest on Curtis Jones, with Inter expected to make their move following developments surrounding Nicolò Bertese. But would Liverpool actually replace Jones in the market, or could Trey Nyoni simply inherit those midfield minutes?
The midfield remains a major concern, particularly with little indication that Liverpool will add the defensive No.6 many supporters want. And despite links elsewhere involving former Red Jarell Quansah, Dave questions whether any further defensive reinforcement is likely without another departure.
Meanwhile, the implications of FSG's minority stake sale to 1892 Holdings continue to develop, with Amit Bhatia set to become vice-chairman and new representatives joining Liverpool's board. The biggest long-term question remains whether this is simply an investment — or the first stage towards an eventual change of control.
With just 17 days of the transfer window remaining and Liverpool's Premier League opener rapidly approaching, the waiting game can't continue forever.
Gakpo, Barcola, Mbaye and Jones could be about to trigger Liverpool's transfer endgame.
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