Manchester City's Misfire: A £80m Gamble Falls Apart Manchester City's proposed £80m move for Cody Gakpo, Liverpool's 27 year old Dutch winger, is on the brink of collapse.
This failed bid serves as a cautionary tale about the complexities of modern football transfers and the often inefficient process of acquiring top talent.
At stake is not just Gakpo's future but also Liverpool's ability to balance their roster needs. The Reds had seemingly made progress with City, with valuation being the main hurdle.