Tottenham make Cody Gakpo a priority as Liverpool face possible double wing departure

Tottenham are preparing to step up their interest in Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, raising the possibility that the Reds could lose another key member of their attack during the current summer transfer window.

Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano reported on his account on X that Tottenham intend to intensify their efforts to sign the Netherlands international. Talks between the two clubs are expected to reach a significant stage in the coming period as the London club assess their attacking options.

Gakpo is one of the players being considered by Tottenham, alongside Brazilian winger Savinho, who remains a principal target for the Premier League club. However, progress on a deal for Gakpo is likely to depend largely on Liverpool’s position and the valuation they place on the player.

At present, Gakpo is not among the Liverpool players being offered for sale. That stance could make any potential move difficult, particularly because the 26-year-old was an important part of the team last season and regularly operated on the left wing.

Liverpool’s position is especially significant given the changes that may be taking place across their wide attacking positions. Mohamed Salah, the club’s established right-winger and one of their most prominent players in recent years, has already left the club, according to the situation outlined in the report.

Should Gakpo also depart, Liverpool would face the prospect of losing both of their first-choice wingers in the space of one season. Such an outcome would leave the club with a major rebuilding task in attack, including the need to replace Salah and preserve the team’s ability to compete for domestic and European honours.

Gakpo’s possible transfer would therefore represent more than the loss of one individual player. His regular role on the left has made him a central part of Liverpool’s attacking structure, and his departure would further increase the pressure on the club to reshape its forward line.

Tottenham’s interest is expected to remain a developing story in the days ahead as they consider whether to pursue Gakpo more aggressively. The club’s attacking plans include both the Liverpool forward and Savinho, but negotiations for the Dutchman will ultimately be influenced by whether Liverpool are willing to listen to offers and what financial demands they set.

For now, Liverpool’s apparent position is that there is no clear intention to part company with Gakpo. That means Tottenham must first convince the player’s club to reconsider its plans before any potential transfer can move forward.

The uncertainty surrounding Gakpo comes at a delicate moment for Liverpool, with the departure of Salah already creating a significant change to their attacking options. If Tottenham succeed in persuading Liverpool to sell their other established winger, the Premier League side could be forced into a substantial overhaul of their forward line before the new season.