Tottenham could end up signing the Liverpool forward in the coming days.
Tottenham have now turned their attention towards bringing in attacking reinforcements as the transfer window gradually approaches its business end. The Lilywhites did well to address most of the glaring issues within the squad by signing the likes of Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke, and Andy Robertson earlier last month to strengthen a leaky defence. Meanwhile, the North Londoners also bolstered the midfield by investing heavily in Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.
The focus must now shift towards signing a new attacker capable of sharing the goalscoring burden with Richarlison and Dominic Solanke. The Lilywhites struggled to create chances and convert them consistently last season, managing just 48 goals in the Premier League. That made it evident that the North Londoners need to invest significantly in a new forward who can bring a different dimension to the attack while competing for a place in the starting eleven.
Richarlison has been heavily linked with a summer exit, with recent reports suggesting Everton are interested in bringing the prolific striker back to the club. With the Brazilian entering the final year of his contract at N17, there is a strong possibility that Spurs decide to cash in on him and sign a replacement capable of displacing Dominic Solanke in the starting eleven. Fans will hope the Lilywhites act swiftly in the market and secure the services of a proven goalscorer before the transfer window closes.
Tottenham receive Cody Gakpo boost as transfer links intensify
Tottenham have done well to add greater depth to both their defence and midfield ahead of the upcoming season. The Lilywhites have certainly shown real ambition to improve and compete at the top end of the Premier League table. As a result, the North Londoners have outspent every other Premier League club this summer, demonstrating their commitment to backing Roberto de Zerbi in the transfer market.
With Spurs looking to bring in a new attacker in the coming weeks, it has become widely known that they are pushing hard to sign Liverpool star Cody Gakpo. The Lilywhites are planning to intensify their interest in the Dutchman, with the move depending on both clubs agreeing a transfer fee and how much the North Londoners are ultimately willing to spend. It is also worth noting that the 27-year-old is not for sale, with Andoni Iraola remaining determined to keep hold of Gakpo for the new season.
he doesn’t intend to stay at liverpool beyond this summer. liverpool are open to a sale once they sign an attacker. gakpo wants to join spurs.
agreeing a fee will be the main challenge. https://t.co/7cFgC0FyMD
— 📞 (@szyexcl) August 6, 2026
However, there has now been another twist in the transfer saga involving the prolific forward. As per Spurs insider Szyexcl (via X), Cody Gakpo has informed Liverpool of his desire to leave Anfield and join the Lilywhites before the transfer window closes. The Reds, however, will only sanction the move if they are able to secure a replacement in the coming days. It is also believed that agreeing a transfer fee for the Dutchman will prove difficult, considering Gakpo still has four years remaining on his contract and is not actively being made available for transfer.
The transfer saga involving Cody Gakpo and Tottenham has dragged on for quite some time. It is important that the Lilywhites eventually secure the prolific forward after weeks of negotiations with Liverpool. Failing to get the deal over the line could prove costly for the North Londoners, as they would have little time left to identify and pursue an alternative target. As a result, fans will be hoping the 27-year-old succeeds in forcing through a move to N17 and goes on to play a key role in helping Roberto de Zerbi build a lasting legacy at Hotspur Way.