Liverpool latest: Transfer update on World Cup star as contact made for £38m Brazilian
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Liverpool are reportedly looking to bolster their squad ahead of the new Premier League season, with the Reds said to have made contact over a potential £38m signingAndoni Iraola's maiden summer at the Liverpool helm has been slow to progress up to this point. However, that appears ready to change as the Reds pursue a return to Premier League title contention in the forthcoming campaign.Liverpool have already secured two significant additions following Jeremy Jacquet's completion of his pre-arranged switch to Merseyside.
The Reds forward has been heavily linked with a move to north London but the club have no desire to sell.That is according to Fabrizio Romano, who has indicated Spurs' primary target for the wide position is Manchester City's Savinho. Speculation surrounding Gakpo's future has intensified following the Netherlands' elimination from the World Cup, though he is expected to join the rest of Iraola's squad for pre-season preparations.Speaking on his latest transfer update, Romano said on his official YouTube channel: "Guys, my understanding is the main names to take into consideration for Tottenham for the winger positions are Cody Gakpo, but at the moment Liverpool are yet to open doors to an exit, and Savinho."Savinho is a top target for Tottenham.
If you remember, in my videos I always told you this."Then Cody Gakpo is a desire of Tottenham but at the moment Liverpool are not opening the doors to an exit, so we have to be patient."Liverpool make contact for Joao GomesLiverpool may seek to take advantage of Wolves' relegation from the Premier League with an approach for midfielder Joao Gomes. That could open the door for Liverpool to swoop for the 10-cap Brazil international should they choose to act.Brazilian outlet Globo Esporte has reported both Liverpool and Manchester United have approached Wolves regarding a potential deal.