Cody Gakpo changes his mind as Liverpool transfer setback emerges

13 June 2023 , 04:00

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Cody Gakpo has spoken about his first few months at Liverpool (Image: (Photo by Dave Howarth - CameraSport via Getty Images))

Liverpool have begun their summer business strongly, with Alexi Mac Allister's arrival bolstering the Reds' midfield following a number of high-profile exits.

Jurgen Klopp has been boosted by the arrival of new sporting director, Jorg Schmadtke, with the German being brought in to facilitate the Reds' summer objectives. There remain a number of targets, with more midfielders expected to arrive following the departures of James Milner, Alex Oxlade Chamberlain and Naby Keita.

The players are on holiday at the moment, but will return to Merseyside following the international break, with an intense pre-season expected following last season's under-achievement.

Here are your Liverpool headlines on Tuesday, 13 June.

Cody Gakpo changes his mind on Liverpool role

Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has admitted he is enjoying his new role as a central number nine revealing that he feels it is a position he could thrive in during his Reds career.

Chelsea complete record-breaking Enzo Fernandez transfer after deadline day rush

The Dutchman joined from PSV in January, with his reputation as being a left-winger. He has since played as a striker, as well as in in a deeper role for the Reds, proving himself to be a versatile option.

Cody Gakpo changes his mind as Liverpool transfer setback emerges

Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo (Getty Images)

The 24-year-old joined the Reds from PSV in January in a move worth £45million, since scoring seven times and providing three assists in 20 Premier League appearances. He ended the season on 20 goals in all competitions, having impressed for PSV during the first half of the campaign.

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Liverpool dealt Palhinha transfer setback

Fulham are determined to hold onto Joao Palhinha this summer, with director of football Tony Khan denying rumours that the Portuguese midfielder has a release clause in his contract.

Palhinha joined Fulham in a £20million transfer from Sporting back in July last year, with the defensive midfielder proving to be an inspired piece of business.

Joao Palhinha impressed during his first season in the Premier League (PETER POWELL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

The 25-year-old was a leader in key metrics for midfielders in the Premier League, putting his name forward as part of both Liverpool and Arsenal's midfield overhauls this summer.

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Steven Gerrard "welcomed" Saudi Arabia offer

Steven Gerrard has 'welcomed' the offer of taking over Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq as the Liverpool legend looks for a return to football.

Gerrard has been out of work since being sacked by Aston Villa last October and is set to become the new manager of the Saudi Pro League club.

He will join Karim Benzema as the latest big name to secure a move to the Gulf State this summer, managing a side which includes former Mainz striker Robin Quaison on its books.