Liverpool have reportedly stepped up their pursuit of Crystal Palace forward Ismaïla Sarr with the transfer deadline approaching. Palace are understood to be demanding around £75 million (€88m) for the Senegal international, while Liverpool are trying to determine whether they can get the deal over the line.
🔴 Sarr wants Liverpool move
One of the biggest developments is the reported stance of Sarr himself. Reports indicate that the 28-year-old is keen on a move to Anfield and has made his desire to leave Palace increasingly clear. Liverpool’s interest has therefore been boosted by the player’s willingness to make the switch.
💰 Palace raise the asking price
Crystal Palace, however, are making negotiations difficult. With the transfer window closing, the London club are reportedly looking for £75m before considering selling one of their important attacking players. Liverpool have already made approaches, but Palace have rejected previous proposals.
The late timing is particularly important because Palace have little opportunity to find a replacement. That has strengthened their negotiating position and pushed the potential price significantly higher.
🔴 Liverpool’s attacking plans
Liverpool’s interest in Sarr is connected to their plans for the forward line. The Reds have already invested heavily in Bradley Barcola, but they are still considering whether another attacking addition is required.
Sarr’s versatility is also attractive. Although he can play from the right, his recent role at Palace has often been closer to a right-sided inside forward or second striker, rather than a traditional touchline winger.
👀 What about Cody Gakpo?
The Sarr situation has also been linked to Cody Gakpo’s future. Manchester City have shown interest in the Liverpool forward, but Liverpool’s willingness to allow him to leave has depended on whether they can bring in another attacker.
The latest reports indicate that Liverpool ultimately decided to keep Gakpo after failing to secure their preferred replacement.
⏳ Deadline-day drama
Liverpool have reportedly returned to Palace multiple times for Sarr, but negotiations remain difficult. With the deadline approaching, the key question is whether Liverpool are prepared to meet Palace’s £75m valuation or walk away from the deal.
Bottom line: Sarr reportedly wants Liverpool, Liverpool are interested, but Palace’s £75m demand and the limited time remaining make the transfer far from straightforward.
