Cody Gakpo
Cody Gakpo
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has addressed the possibility of leaving Anfield during the summer transfer window after being heavily linked with an exit.
The Netherlands international was initially linked with Tottenham before Manchester City emerged as a potential destination, with Enzo Maresca’s side reportedly keen to secure his services if he became available.
Gakpo’s future appeared to depend on Liverpool’s other transfer business, with the Reds pushing to sign Bradley Barcola and exploring options for the right wing. Ibrahim Mbaye, Ismaila Sarr and Yankuba Minteh were among those linked with moves to Anfield.
However, with only Barcola arriving, Liverpool decided against selling the 27-year-old, keeping him in Andoni Iraola’s squad for the season.
The decision sparked debate among supporters, with some weighing up the potential transfer profit against the importance of maintaining squad depth.
Gakpo, though, quickly demonstrated his value, registering two goals and four assists in his first five appearances across all competitions and developing an early understanding with Alexander Isak.
An injury has since disrupted his momentum, but the forward has put the transfer speculation behind him and remains focused on contributing to Liverpool’s campaign.
Ahead of another important Champions League clash against Fenerbahce, Gakpo faced the media and was asked about his failed summer move and whether he now has something to prove.
Gakpo said on Tuesday: “No, not really. I think my mindset stays the same as it always has been. Try to perform. But it was quite a hectic summer regarding to a lot of topics, so I just try to enjoy football and enjoy life.”
He added: “It was not much of a discussion was it? The decision was made and that was it.” Although injury halted his early momentum, his goal against Chelsea in the Carabao Cup last week could help him rediscover his scoring form just when Liverpool need their key players fit and firing.
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