Arne Slot wants Liverpool to keep Cody Gakpo amid Bayern Munich links

Arne Slot has reportedly told Liverpool to keep 26-year-old Dutch attacker Cody Gakpo at Anfield beyond the summer transfer window amid his links with Bayern Munich.

According to a report by Daily Mirror, Cody Gakpo is the subject of interest from Bayern Munich. The Bundesliga champions are combing the market for a versatile wide attacker heading into the summer transfer window. So, the Liverpool forward has emerged as a target for the Bavarian outfit.

However, Arne Slot does not want the Merseyside club to part ways with the Dutchman in the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, Liverpool will consider parting ways with Gakpo if Bayern Munich or any other suitor can cough up £75 million.

Cody Gakpo and his impact at Liverpool

Cody Gakpo has gone from strength to strength since joining Liverpool from PSV Eindhoven in January 2023. The 26-year-old arrived at Anfield after an excellent campaign at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and he has been an asset for the Merseyside club due to his versatility. He has enjoyed an exceptional 2024/25 campaign, contributing to 25 goals in 49 appearances across all competitions by finding the back of the net 18 times and providing seven assists.

Meanwhile, the versatile Dutch attacker’s exploits have not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs across Europe. Bayern Munich will be among the prospective suitors vying for the signature of the Netherlands international heading into the summer transfer window.

Bundesliga move on the horizon?

Bayern Munich’s interest in Cody Gakpo is understandable. The Bundesliga champions are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit in the summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding Leroy Sane’s long-term future, as the German international has entered the final few weeks of his contract.

In addition, Kingsley Coman and Serge Gnabry are no longer dependable performers in the final third. So, Bayern Munich can do with a productive attacker, with Gakpo emerging as a viable target. However, Arne Slot wants Liverpool to keep the 26-year-old Dutchman at Anfield beyond the summer transfer window.

Meanwhile, Liverpool will consider parting ways with Gakpo if Bayern Munich or any other suitor can fork out £75 million. So, it will be interesting to see what the future has in store for the Dutch attacker amid Liverpool’s openness to sell him for a “suitable bid”.