Porto manager hints at William Gomes sale but tells Liverpool they’ll have to pay ‘every last cent’

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Liverpool are likely to be on the lookout for another new forward in 2027, with William Gomes emerging as a potential top target.Gomes was reportedly on Liverpool’s radar over the summer, when they were actively looking for a new right winger, but the Brazilian stayed at Porto, where he signed a new contract this week.The deal is said to include a €100m release clause, and manager Francesco Farioli has now claimed that, while he expects interest in Gomes to come in the near future, any team buying him will have to pay the full asking price. Would you make any other changes to the team too? 👀 Liverpool must pay €100m for GomesGomes has steadily been developing since his move to Porto from Sao Paulo in January 2025, and is now a regular starter for Farioli’s champions.According to Portuguese outlet A Bola, this has led to strong interest from a host of European sides, with Liverpool said to have had Gomes high on their list during the summer.For whatever reason, the interest from Anfield did not develop, but they claim that it remains despite Gomes’ new deal at the Dragao.And Farioli has hinted that Porto would be open to selling Gomes, but only if his full release clause is met.READ MORE: Is Gilberto Mora really joining Liverpool next week?

He’s one of those players. He played several games, but he lacked some consistency,” he said.

You don’t do it alone; he was open to everyone’s advice, which accelerated his development. He’s one of those fundamental players.”Farioli’s assertion that he wants to keep Gomes ‘for a few more months’ could possibly open the door to a January sale, and though the £85m-ish fee may make Liverpool reconsider, they may be minded to test Porto’s resolve to recoup the full amount.