Van Dijk wants Cody Gakpo to stay at Liverpool despite Man City interest
Summary
Virgil van Dijk wants Liverpool to keep Cody Gakpo despite Manchester City showing interest. Liverpool signed Bradley Barcola, which may affect Gakpo’s place in the team. Van Dijk believes Gakpo is important and hopes he stays at the club.Key Facts
- Manchester City is interested in signing Cody Gakpo before the Premier League transfer deadline.
- Liverpool recently bought Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain for up to $166 million.
- Gakpo has scored 51 goals in about three and a half years at Liverpool.
- Gakpo played a key role in Liverpool winning the English league title in the 2024–25 season.
- Virgil van Dijk said he wants Gakpo to stay because he is a good player and a friend.
- Liverpool has started the new season with two draws, coming from behind in both games.
- Van Dijk said Liverpool is going through a transition but remains a top club that top players want to join.
- New Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola faces challenges, especially with the team’s defense.
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