Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keen on securing the services of Liverpool’s Dutch forward Cody Gakpo during the upcoming transfer window. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi has made it clear that he wants to bring at least one new wide attacker into the squad after a busy summer in which he has already overhauled the midfield and defensive lines.
Gakpo, who is under contract with Liverpool until 2027, would not be a cheap acquisition. The Dutch international still has four years remaining on his current deal, and the Reds are unlikely to let him leave without having a suitable replacement already lined up. Liverpool, meanwhile, are expected to launch a formal bid for PSG’s young French winger Bradley Barcola. The Parisian side value the 23‑year‑old at around £145 million, meaning any swap‑deal involving Gakpo and Barcola would be financially complex for both clubs.
At Tottenham, Gakpo would bring a blend of experience and versatility that is currently missing from De Zerbi’s attacking options. He has already demonstrated the ability to play both as a forward and as a wide midfielder, providing cover for the striker’s role – a position that has become especially pressing as Hugo Ekitike continues his rehabilitation from an Achilles injury.
If Gakpo were to depart Liverpool and Barcola arrived in his place, Liverpool would be left with teenage prospect Rio Ngumoha and recent signing Victor Muñoz as their primary wing options. Spurs have also been linked with Manchester City winger Savinho, a Brazilian talent who signed a new contract with the Citizens last summer, making any potential move costly for Tottenham. City are aware of Savinho’s desire to leave for Spurs but have not received a formal bid yet, and they would likely demand a substantial fee while also insisting on a replacement before allowing the player to exit.
De Zerbi has described the prospective Gakpo signing as another "bomba" – a term he uses to denote a high‑impact transfer. Tottenham have already spent a club‑record £100 million on Sandro Tonali and £85 million on Mateus Fernandes, taking their summer outlay to roughly £237 million. The manager said, "The transfer market isn’t over, but we have already completed about 60 % of our project. Now we have another bomba!" He added that the new signing would be an attacker and hinted that negotiations were progressing, though he cautioned that nothing was finalised yet.
De Zerbi also hinted that Spurs could add two or three more players before the window closes. "I think two, maybe three," he told reporters, emphasizing that the club still has room to strengthen the squad with top‑quality talent.
He explained the nuance of the word "bomba" in Italian versus English, noting that for him it simply means a player of exceptional quality – citing Tonali, Fernandes, Cristian Senesi and Andrew Robertson as examples of past "bomba" signings. Beyond Gakpo, Tottenham’s captain Cristian Romero remains a hot topic on the transfer radar. Both Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan have expressed interest in the Argentine centre‑back, who is expected to leave Liverpool after being handed the captain’s armband just a year ago and signing a new contract.
De Zerbi confirmed he has spoken with Romero and will discuss his future once the player returns from the post‑World Cup break. The Spurs boss made it clear that he does not intend to block a move should Romero decide to depart, acknowledging the player’s ambitions and the club’s financial constraints.
Inter have already secured John Stones to reinforce their defensive line, and a potential deal for Romero has been described as financially intricate. Should Benjamin Pavard exit Inter, it could free up the necessary funds and squad space to meet Tottenham’s valuation for Romero, creating a win‑win scenario for both clubs.
In summary, Tottenham are actively pursuing several high‑profile targets this summer. Cody Gakpo represents a strategic addition to De Zerbi’s plan to bolster the flanks, while the club also keeps an eye on Savinho and Cristian Romero as possible reinforcements. With a substantial portion of their transfer budget already spent, the Spurs are looking to complete a balanced squad that can compete on multiple fronts, and the term "bomba" continues to encapsulate the ambition and excitement surrounding their summer activity.