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Cody Gakpo to Tottenham Hotspur? It's a deal that looks more on than ever before - and it could move quickly.

Tottenham Hotspur have had a pretty incredible transfer window, in all honesty. They moved rapidly to fix their issues at centre-back, signing Marco Senesi on a free transfer before bringing in Jan Paul van Hecke for big money.

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Sandro Tonali followed in midfield - a massive signing - and they’re reportedly hoping to bring in Savio from Manchester City. The latter is a player we’d quite like to see at Liverpool, if possible.

The attack is next on the agenda over there, then, and reports have linked them with a move for Cody Gakpo. Fabrizio Romano is among those saying that a potential deal there is one to keep an eye on.

And it seems the possibility have moved forward after an injury elsewhere. Spurs were eyeing a big-money move for Junior Eli Kroupi, but the Bournemouth forward has picked up an injury and will be out for months.

Teamtalk report that they’ll now move on - and their interest in Gakpo will only be enhanced here. Spurs want a new forward and their shortlist just got shorter, moving the Liverpool star up their rankings.

The big question, though, is whether Liverpool would sanction a sale. We imagine they would if Bradley Barcola were to arrive from Paris Saint-Germain. He typically plays from the left and his arrival would cut Gakpo’s game time anyway.

We still believe Liverpool need a winger on the right, though. Selling Gakpo after signing Barcola opens the door for that, bringing some extra cash to make it happen.

That really could make all the difference. At the speed Spurs are moving at this summer, we think the Gakpo deal could suddenly move quite quickly after the Kroupi injury.

Let’s see what happens.

Liverpool should do what they can to jeopardise a £30m deal. Tottenham Hotspur have a star worth double that, easily.

Liverpool are on the lookout for centre-backs, even if they ultimately decide against signing another this summer. Ibrahima Konate's exit forces them to consider the market but they do have four options.

Four good options, too. Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez offer a wealth of experience and quality. Giovanni Leoni and Jeremy Jacquet boast remarkable potential, coupled with an ability to play at the top level already.

But with both Van Dijk and Gomez out of contract next summer, Liverpool must still consider the future and that means waiting to find market opportunities that may crop up. Well, one has.

Brighton are currently bidding for Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham Hotspur, believing they can sign the teenager for around £30m. That's according to The Athletic.

Liverpool cannot sit idly by if this is true. Vuskovic is one of the absolute best young centre-backs on the planet - in fact, there's no doubt he's the top teenage prospect around.

The 18-year-old is brilliant on the ball and a fantastically solid defender, having already completed an impressive senior campaign at Hamburg this season. There is no doubting his quality.

And £30m? Vuskovic will be worth twice that within six months of regular Premier League football. Maybe even three times it.

Big centre-back changes are coming to Liverpool.

The Reds have lost Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer with the 27-year-old Frenchman set to join Real Madrid. Given Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez are only under contract for one more season it is necessary for Richard Hughes to set up for the future.

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The process began last summer with the acquisition of Giovanni Leoni from Parma and more additions have since been made. Mor Talla Ndiaye arrived in January while Jeremy Jacquet and Ifeanyi Ndukwe will both report for preseason.

In an ideal world one more defender would arrive to cover any unforeseen emergencies as well as provide options for when Van Dijk and Gomez leave.

Now Football Insider is claiming that new Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola may be given the opportunity to pounce on a grave transfer error about to be committed by Tottenham.

Tottenham don't want Vuskovic

With Marcos Senesi and potentially Jan Paul van Hecke set to arrive in the offseason the new Spurs head coach Roberto De Zerbi is going to offload Luka Vuskovic.

And that opens the door for Liverpool to complete a deal for the highly-rated Croatian international.

“Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi looks to be forcing Luka Vuskovic out of the club this summer,” the report reads.

“De Zerbi could be making a costly mistake allowing Vuskovic to leave Spurs in favour of signing new defenders.

“Liverpool were plotting a move to sign Vuskovic this summer. Spurs should demand big money to agree to that deal as they would be strengthening a Premier League rival, and Liverpool are in need of a new centre-back.”

Liverpool's extensive links with Vuskovic

Vuskovic, 19, reached an agreement to join Tottenham in 2025. The former Hajduk Split prodigy spent the 2025/26 season out on loan in the Bundesliga with Hamburger SV - impressing all-comers with his form.

Vuskovic has been a name in the frame for an Anfield arrival for a few months now - although it was initially assumed that Spurs would hang onto him.

He is under contract at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium until 2030 and it has previously been suggested that it would cost around £34m to get him out. With De Zerbi’s stance on Vuskovic now being revealed a deal could well be in sight.

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A starting XI Liverpool star could be on his way to Tottenham Hotspur. They've started the process.

Andoni Iraola is in at Liverpool and now it's time to make some changes. The Reds will buy and sell some big names this summer as they try and balance what happened in 2025.

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Liverpool tore up a title-winning squad under Arne Slot and for the worse. They regressed massively and must now find a way to mesh this group together under a new coach.

It means both buying and selling players, which other clubs are fully aware of, of course. That'll be why Tottenham Hotspur have apparently started pursuing Cody Gakpo.

SoccerNews makes that claim, suggesting the process has already started to convince Gakpo of the move. Spurs are in a somewhat similar boat to Liverpool in that they need to reverse a negative trend quickly, and they view Gakpo as a real upgrade.

Liverpool will need to think this one through, though. They're already chasing a new winger this summer and selling the Dutchman would necessitate another one coming in.

There's also the simple fact that last season was the worst of Gakpo's time in Liverpool. There's every chance that he excels under Iraola with some new ideas to work with.

A big decision is to be made, then. Gakpo only signed his current contract at the start of the season and no transfer would come cheaply.

It'll just largely depend on what Iraola wants from the player.

Cody Gakpo: Situation Summary

Liverpool Campaign and Stats

As of 5 June 2026, Cody Gakpo has concluded a highly testing domestic campaign with Liverpool. The 27-year-old Dutch forward made 36 Premier League appearances under Arne Slot, recording seven goals and five assists. Despite maintaining a consistent presence in the starting lineup, Gakpo struggled to find sustained rhythm, often facing significant criticism from sections of the fanbase and media regarding his attacking output. His season ended with a collective disappointment as the club failed to retain their title, finishing the league campaign in fifth place.

Transfer Request and Atletico Interest

Following the recent dismissal of Arne Slot, Gakpo’s future at Anfield has reached a definitive breaking point. Reports confirm the forward has officially submitted a transfer request, stating he does not envisage a future at the club without the departed Dutch manager. With Liverpool's new hierarchy open to a sale to facilitate a summer squad overhaul, Atletico Madrid have emerged as the primary suitors. The Spanish giants are weighing a move for the Netherlands international as they seek a long-term replacement for Antoine Griezmann.

It appears a late move from Liverpool wasn't enough to sway one star from Tottenham Hotspur.

Liverpool are underway in the transfer market as they've contacted a few clubs in recent days. A move for Colombia wonderkid Samuel Martinez is reportedly close, for one.

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But it appears that one deal they won't complete for for Bournemouth's Marcos Senesi. The Argentine, who is in his country's preliminary World Cup squad, will leave the Cherries this summer with the end of his contract.

He's been linked with a few clubs as a result, including Liverpool. We've had him down as a very smart signing, in fact.

Tottenham Hotspur lead this one, though. Now journalist Matteo Moretto reports that Senesi has indeed chosen Spurs as his next club, despite Liverpool showing genuine interest in recent weeks.

The Reds will have to look elsewhere, then. We imagine this one came down to a mix of wages and playing time, with Liverpool not being able to guarantee a starting XI spot next season.

Though, that could change. Ibrahima Konate will leave the club as things stand and if he does, they'll need to find a new senior option to partner Virgil van Dijk.

We do expect Senesi to be off the table by then, however.

Marcos Senesi: Situation Summary

Bournemouth Campaign and Stats

As of 25 May 2026, Marcos Senesi has officially concluded his four-year tenure with AFC Bournemouth. The 29-year-old Argentine centre-back has been a foundational pillar at the back during the club's historic, European-qualifying campaign. He started and played the full 90 minutes in yesterday’s final Premier League fixture, a 1–1 draw away at Nottingham Forest. Senesi departs having made 124 appearances for the Cherries since his arrival from Feyenoord in 2022.

Confirmed Summer Exit

Bournemouth officially announced on 15 May that Senesi will leave the club as a free agent when his contract expires this June. The club held a special celebration to honour his contributions following their final home match against Manchester City earlier this month.

Tottenham Transfer Agreement

Following Bournemouth's announcement, a fierce transfer battle emerged involving Juventus and Chelsea. However, breaking reports from 25 May reveal that Tottenham Hotspur have won the race for his signature. Newly survival-secured manager Roberto De Zerbi has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to bring the left-footed defender to North London on a free transfer.

Big changes are coming to Liverpool’s midfield this summer.

Arne Slot has been relying on the same cast of midfield characters for a couple of seasons now - and is getting diminishing returns from some of them.

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Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister have been a long way short of their Premier League title-winning form. And for that reason it’s no surprise that Arne Slot and sporting director Richard Hughes are eyeing up midfield targets.

Lamine Camara, Eduardo Camavinga and Adam Wharton are some of the names reportedly in the frame for an Anfield arrival.

But in order to accommodate new faces there will have to be departures from the middle sector. Wataru Endo could go - with only one year left on his contract - but the most immediate doubts surround Curtis Jones.

Curtis Jones wants to leave Liverpool

The 25-year-old was oddly muted in his celebrations following a goal in the final Premier League game of the season against Brentford at Anfield.

According to the Athletic he also declined the opportunity to clarify his future in the mixed zone after the game.

Having been linked with Inter in the winter transfer window - and with a reported price tag of £35m - it would be no surprise to see the homegrown playmaker depart.

He is out of contract in 2027 and talks over a new deal have been a non-starter. And now according to a report in the Boy Hotspur it looks like Tottenham are set to reignite their interest in the off-season.

Tottenham to come back in for £35m Curtis Jones

Roberto De Zerbi’s side now have Premier League football to once again look forward to next season having saved themselves on the last day of the season.

And the Italian head coach is set to follow through on his club’s January interest in the England international - who has made up his mind to leave.

“Jones’s desire to secure guaranteed minutes in central midfield is understood to be the driving force behind his push to leave,” the report reads.

“Disagreements with new head coach Arne Slot have further accelerated the situation.”

No more Scousers in our team

Jones has failed to win Slot over as a starter during their two seasons together - with the Dutchman preferring other options in the middle.

He has got in the team at right-back in recent weeks but it’s clear he would be surplus to requirements if the right bid came in.

Therefore a parting of the ways now looks inevitable - and Liverpool will be left without a Scouser in their team.

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Liverpool have taken a step closer to a Premier League signing. Though, it isn’t straightforward.

Tottenham Hotspur are going to have to make changes this summer, no matter what division they're playing in. Spurs could legitimately be relegated if things go a certain way - they finally dropped into the bottom three at the weekend.

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It means plenty of their players will be up for grabs. Perhaps that's because they've been relegated and everyone must depart. Or maybe it's because they were nearly relegated and Spurs would like a new team.

Either way, Liverpool can take advantage of that situation. Spurs do have some talented players, after all, and they'd be capable of doing a job at Anfield, even mostly as squad depth.

One of those is Micky van de Ven, who the Mail linked to Liverpool earlier this year. It certainly appears that he's up for grabs regardless of Spurs' fate given the Athletic reports their 'advanced' talks with Marcos Senesi.

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Spurs, it seems, are in the middle of reshaping their defence and that opens the door for Van de Ven to depart. Liverpool have a chance, then, and Senesi's apparent desire to move to North London pushes the Reds one step closer to a move.

Now, there's a long way to go and ultimately, we hope Liverpool can do better than Van de Ven. But all the uncertainty around centre-back means someone surely arrives.

And that may well be Van de Ven.

Micky van de Ven: Situation Summary

Current Form and Relegation Battle

As of 17 April 2026, Micky van de Ven is enduring a turbulent season at Tottenham Hotspur, where the club finds itself in the midst of a historic Premier League relegation battle. Despite Spurs being the only top-flight side without a league win in 2026—a run of 14 games—the 24-year-old remains a statistical standout. He has made 38 appearances across all competitions, netting six goals, including two in the Champions League. However, he has faced public criticism from former defender Toby Alderweireld for inconsistent performances during this winless streak. Now acting as vice-captain, Van de Ven recently admitted concern over the squad's ability to adapt to new manager Roberto De Zerbi’s tactics in time to secure survival.

Transfer Speculation and Contract Refusal

Van de Ven’s future in North London is increasingly uncertain following reports on 15 April that he has turned down a new five-year contract offer. With Tottenham sitting 18th in the table and just six games remaining, the Dutch international has reportedly had his head turned by significant interest from Real Madrid and Barcelona. Spurs have slapped a £100 million valuation on the defender to reflect his importance and current contract length, but his desire to play Champions League football next season may force the club’s hand. For now, he remains focused on the international stage, having been a regular for the Netherlands during their successful 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

Liverpool are reportedly discussing a potential deal for one of Tottenham Hotspur's biggest talents.

Liverpool are internally discussing a transfer for Tottenham Hotspur's Luka Vuskovic. The defender has been a revelation this season on loan at Hamburg.

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The report comes from Sport Bild. They claim that Liverpool view Vuskovic as an unlikely replacement for Ibrahima Konate, who could leave with the end of his contract this summer.

It would be a surprise choice, certainly - Vuskovic is still only 19. But the Reds are clearly planning for the long-term, having locked down Giovanni Leoni last summer and signing Jeremy Jacquet ahead of next season.

Vuskovic would certainly fit in with the pair if Spurs are willing to let him go. A lot of that will depend on whether they're a Premier League team next season and what their finances look like with no European football.

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Vuskovic may be an easy way to make some money without actually sacrificing much. Liverpool will come to a decision soon on whether to push forward on a transfer.

Luka Vuskovic: Situation Summary

Transfer and Form Update

As of 26 March 2026, Luka Vuskovic has become one of the most discussed young defenders in Europe. Liverpool is reportedly holding internal discussions about a potential £52.5 million move for the 19-year-old Tottenham centre-back, viewing him as a long-term successor to Ibrahima Konate. Real Madrid and Chelsea are also reportedly monitoring his situation.

Bundesliga Success

Vuskovic is currently on loan at Hamburger SV, where he has been a revelation. He has recorded 5 goals and 1 assist in 26 appearances this season, an elite return for a defender. His physical dominance and composure on the ball have made him a standout in the Bundesliga, further driving up his market valuation.

Tottenham Situation

While Vuskovic is contracted to Tottenham until 2030, the club's struggle near the Premier League relegation zone has complicated his future. Reports suggest the player is determined to play Champions League football next season. If Spurs were to face relegation, it is widely expected that Vuskovic would push for a permanent move to an elite European club.

Liverpool could see a star return to the team today. The Reds host Tottenham Hotspur today.

Alisson Becker could return for Liverpool against Tottenham Hotspur today. The Brazilian missed the defeat against Galatasaray with a muscle injury.

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Arne Slot has been clear, however, that it wasn’t a serious injury. Alisson felt a problem in the final training session before departing for Istanbul and Liverpool decided against taking any chances with it.

But it’s expected that he’ll return today. If not, the home fixture against Galatasaray is a near-definite.

Giorgi Mamardashvili could be straight out of the XI, then. The Georgian stepped in for the Gala game and had a difficult time of it, given how often the hosts were able to attack his goal. There’s no question that he’s appreciate another opportunity.

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He may have to wait a bit longer for one, however.

Alisson Becker: Situation Summary

Contract Extension until 2027

On 14 March, Liverpool officially triggered a one-year extension option in Alisson’s contract, securing his future at Anfield until June 2027. His agent, Ze Maria Neis, confirmed the renewal, which prevents the 33-year-old from entering the final year of his deal this summer. Despite heavy interest from Juventus, where Luciano Spalletti is reportedly keen on a reunion, the club’s decision to trigger the clause signals their intent to retain him as the primary No. 1, even with Giorgi Mamardashvili in the squad.

Tottenham Injury Update

Alisson remains a doubt for today’s 16:30 GMT kick-off against Spurs at Anfield. He missed the midweek defeat to Galatasaray due to a "minor" muscle tweak felt while passing during training. Arne Slot stated on Friday that he is "hopeful" Alisson can return, but a late fitness test will determine if he starts or if Mamardashvili continues in goal. If he misses out, Slot expects him back "definitely" for the Champions League second leg on Wednesday.

Last week it appeared that Liverpool were close to selling Andy Robertson to Tottenham.

The 31-year-old has been short of starts under Arne Slot this season ever since Milos Kerkez was signed for £40m. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup around the corner it is understandable that Robbo wants first-team football.

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And with Spurs undergoing a left-back fitness crisis this was a deal which worked out for everyone. But it hit the skids when Liverpool were unable to get their preferred replacement in.

Kostas Tsimikas, 29, has been on loan at Roma but had endured a difficult spell in the Italian capital. Therefore it looked a natural choice to recall the Greek and use him as Kerkez’s backup until the end of the season.

Roma however have been unwilling to let the left-back return to Anfield despite their own sparse use of him.

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The Giallorossi need another left-back in the winter window and are believed to be close to reaching a deal for David Moller Wolfe - the Norway international at Wolves.

Moller Wolfe in Roma's sights

There is still a way to go before agreement is sealed between the two clubs but once that happens it is expected that Tsimikas will be released.

And that in turn will see Robertson’s proposed transfer to Spurs back ON.

That’s according to a report in TEAMtalk which claims that the Scotland captain is currently satisfied with the way events are progressing.

“Liverpool have informed Andy Robertson that a move to Tottenham Hotspur remains an option for the final week of the window,” the report reads.

“Liverpool are open to recalling Tsimikas from his loan in Italy, a move that would free Robertson to complete a high‑profile switch to Spurs.

“Roma have privately assured Liverpool that they are confident of landing a new left‑back.”

Liverpool ASSURED of left-back deal

So there are a few factors at play - and right now Wolves hold the keys. If they agree to sell Moller Wolfe to Roma for around £10m then Tsimikas’ short and unhappy spell will be at an end.

And once he comes back to base he will become Kerkez’s understudy while Robbo goes to Spurs.

Robertson’s salary of course will be removed from the books - with the player’s contract worth around £160k per week.

Liverpool will also bank around £5m from the deal - not a bad return for a performer who cost £8m from Hull City nine years ago.

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