Despite already announcing the acquisition of Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain for up to £123 million and unveiling Victor Munoz as a new attacking talent on the wings, Liverpool are widely expected to add at least one more player before the window shuts. Rumors continue to swirl about adding another wide forward, with several names on the shortlist.
Among the targets is Crystal Palace winger Ismaïla Sarr, who has reportedly shown a strong desire to move to Anfield after an initial bid of around £50 million was rejected. There are signs that Sarr is making his intentions clear, including significant social media activity that has seen Palace-related posts removed from his profiles, save for a single message following Senegal’s exit from the summer tournaments.
The Sun reported that Sarr believes his time with Palace has come to an end, having joined the club in August 2024 and contributing to notable successes, including FA Cup and Conference League victories. Last season, he emerged as a key player for Palace, scoring 21 goals across all competitions, following the departures of other major figures. Palace, however, have indicated a reluctance to part with him this summer, turning down approaches from clubs including Galatasaray, Al-Ittihad, and Liverpool’s initial bid. If Sarr’s situation changes, Palace have been open to discussions and have begun more advanced talks in hopes of a pre-deadline agreement.
Speculation suggests a new bid could arrive as early as Monday, with estimates placing the offer in the €75m–€80m (£64m–£68m) range. Such a transfer would also set a new record as the most expensive Senegalese player to feature in English football history.
Beyond Sarr, Liverpool are reportedly exploring other late options. One possibility is Yankuba Minteh of Brighton, with the club having submitted multiple bids for the winger. Additionally, there are rumors linking the Reds with a move for 6’7” goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans, amid talk that Giorgi Mamardashvili could depart Nottingham Forest. The club’s attention is not solely on arrivals; there is ongoing speculation about potential departures as well, with Harvey Elliott, Stefan Bajcetic, and Cody Gakpo all mentioned in connection with potential moves away from Anfield.
With the transfer window approaching its close, Liverpool fans are watching closely to see which targets will materialize and how the squad will shape up for the season ahead. The club’s strategy appears to be focused on finalizing a couple of high-impact signings that can reinforce the frontline and provide greater depth across attacking positions, while also monitoring potential exits that could fund further acquisitions.
As the deadline draws near, supporters can expect updates on the club’s negotiations and any confirmed deals. The primary objective remains clear: strengthen the squad to contend more robustly across domestic and European competitions, ensuring the team remains competitive as the campaign progresses.
