Liverpool ready to sell ‘absolute stand out player’ with Bayern Munich interested

Bayern Munich have expanded their search for a top-class left winger, with Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo now firmly on their radar, according to Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg.

The 26-year-old Dutch international is being seriously considered by the German giants as they look to revamp their attacking options ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.

Gakpo is currently part of Bayern’s shortlist for the position, which also includes Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma and AC Milan’s Rafael Leao.

While Gakpo is not at the top of the list, but he is still a player who is admired by the Bayern Munich hierarchy.

Bayern Munich admire Cody Gakpo

Bayern’s sporting director, Max Eberl, is said to be a fan of Gakpo’s profile and believes he could offer a dynamic new dimension to the squad’s wide play.

Gakpo was often deployed in multiple positions, including false nine and left winger, showcasing his versatility.

The Dutch player showed his important for Arne Slot’s side this season by scoring 18 goals and providing seven assists in all competitions.

Liverpool are expected to assess their attacking options during the summer window.

Gakpo, who is under contract until 2028, could be allowed to leave if the right offer arrives, especially if Liverpool choose to reshape their frontline.

Liverpool attacker is on the list of Bayern Munich

With Leroy Sane’s contract winding down and uncertainty around the long-term future of Serge Gnabry, the Bavarians are eager to inject new energy and creativity into their attack.

While Mitoma and Leao remain priority targets, Gakpo is a more financially accessible option.

His proven experience in both the Premier League and Champions League, combined with his technical skill and direct playing style, make him an appealing alternative for Bayern.

BBC pundit Martin Keown has previously praised Gakpo as a ‘absolute stand out player’ for his performance for the Netherlands.

While Slot could lose one of his players to Bundesliga, another one could arrive from Germany with the Reds edging closer to the signing of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen.

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