Just In: Liverpool deal for Premier League star now ‘unlikely’ after major U-turn
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Liverpool are reportedly unlikely to complete a deal to sell Premier League star Harvey Elliott this summer despite ongoing negotiations with RB Leipzig. Elliott, a highly rated 22-year-old midfielder, has attracted interest from Leipzig who have offered him a four-year contract, and Liverpool have been open to letting him leave as the transfer window nears its end. However, sources close to the club suggest Liverpool would prefer to retain Elliott’s services, indicating the deal may not materialize.[1]
Meanwhile, Liverpool are actively pursuing other transfer targets as they prepare for the new season. A major focus has been a potential £35 million bid for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, a defender Liverpool are eager to sign before the window closes. Despite these efforts, talks around Guehi’s transfer have been complex, with Crystal Palace reportedly interested in including Joe Gomez of Liverpool in a swap deal. Liverpool have made multiple improved offers as they try to finalize this deal in the final days of the summer window.[2][3][4][5]
Additionally, Liverpool are on the verge of agreeing a record-breaking British transfer for striker Alexander Isak, with reports indicating a fee in the region of £125-130 million has been agreed. This signing would underscore Liverpool’s ambitions to bolster their attacking options significantly.[2][5]
On the contract front, Liverpool secured their forward Cody Gakpo on a new long-term deal to maintain squad stability amid transfer activity. Meanwhile, winger Federico Chiesa is likely to stay put following reported wage demand issues in potential transfer talks.[2][4]
Overall, Liverpool’s transfer window is marked by a mix of retaining key talent like Elliott, pursuing major acquisitions such as Isak and Guehi, and managing contract renewals to strengthen the squad balance heading into the 2025-26 campaign.[1][2][3][4][5]
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