According to SoccerNews, Tottenham Hotspur are weighing up a move for Cody Gakpo this summer, looking to take advantage of the managerial upheaval currently unfolding at Liverpool. The Dutch winger built a strong rapport with former boss Arne Slot, but his standing at the club is far less certain under incoming manager Andoni Iraola.
Despite being made something of a scapegoat during Liverpool’s difficult season, Gakpo remains one of the more gifted attacking players on their books. The 27-year-old was often unfairly targeted as the team underperformed both domestically and in Europe, yet his personal contributions tell a more flattering story.
He registered 18 goals across all competitions in 2024/25, then added nine goals and six assists during a challenging 2025/26 campaign. Though the numbers fell short of some expectations, they represent a respectable return for a forward playing in a struggling side.
His Premier League figures are worth highlighting. Gakpo’s seven league goals this season would have ranked him as Tottenham’s second-top scorer, while his five assists would have placed him among their most creative players.
With transfer fees continuing to rise, Liverpool would be well within their rights to demand serious money. Last summer, Anthony Elanga and Mohammed Kudus both fetched around £55 million, while Noni Madueke joined Arsenal for £52 million — none of them matching Gakpo’s goal tally from the prior season. Factoring in his age, experience, track record, and long-term contract, Liverpool are expected to value him in a similar bracket, making any lowball offer a non-starter.
Gakpo’s Future in Doubt
As things stand in June 2026, Gakpo’s Anfield future looks increasingly shaky. Following Slot’s dismissal, reports suggest the Netherlands international has handed in a transfer request, feeling his future no longer lies at Liverpool without his former manager at the helm. The club’s new hierarchy is said to be open to offers as part of a broader squad restructuring effort.
Atletico Madrid are among those keeping close tabs on the situation, with the Spanish club believed to be hunting a long-term heir to Antoine Griezmann and viewing Gakpo as a strong fit. Tottenham’s interest could set the stage for a compelling transfer tug-of-war should Liverpool formally signal their willingness to sell.
