Spurs’ chase for Liverpool’s Dutch winger stalls as Romano says wait

Tottenham Hotspur have identified a quality gap on the flanks and are actively pursuing Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo, the Dutch forward, while transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano cautioned that Liverpool remain in control and that “we have to be patient” about any move. Tottenham see Gakpo as a priority option to add quality and flexibility on the flanks, a need they deem crucial for success in the Premier League. His ability to start wide, drift inside and finish aligns with modern Premier League coaches' tactical demands. Gakpo offers the sort of tactical generosity modern coaches crave; he can start from the left, drift inside, link play between the lines and, when required, finish chances. Such versatility is highly valued in a league that prizes adaptable forwards.

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The situation is framed by a new cycle at Anfield, where Andoni Iraola has arrived with a reputation for intensity, verticality and collective aggression. Those traits, in theory, suit a player like Gakpo, whose best work comes when the game demands sharp decisions at speed. Liverpool are building for another season where squad depth across the front line is a structural necessity, making the sale of a senior international attacker risky. Consequently, the club values Gakpo highly and has refused to open a route to a sale. Our view is that Tottenham’s admiration may be genuine, but Liverpool’s control and the need for depth mean the conversation is likely to stall until a clear upgrade appears. Until then, Iraola is expected to assess Gakpo further, and any potential transfer will face the obstacle of Liverpool’s unwillingness to part with a key Premier League asset. Tottenham may have to wait for Liverpool to change its stance before any deal materialises, leaving the club to continue searching for alternatives on the flanks. The pursuit remains open but dependent on Liverpool’s future decisions.