Liverpool has made an approach for Crystal Palace forward Ismaila Sarr, according to reports from Sky Sports Football. Sarr, who is 28 years old and has 3 years left on his contract, has been identified as a potential target for the Reds. This development comes after Liverpool's talks with Brighton for Yankuba Minteh stalled, with Brighton rejecting two bids from Liverpool, the latest being £60m, as they hold out for £80m.
What does this mean for Crystal Palace?
Crystal Palace considers Sarr not for sale, but the interest from Liverpool could potentially spark negotiations. Sarr is currently injured and missed Palace's opening weekend defeat at Everton. As reported by Sky Sports Football, Palace's manager Pierre Sage said: "I understand for everybody that to have this kind of contact is difficult."
How does this impact Liverpool's transfer plans?
Liverpool's manager Andoni Iraola is looking to strengthen his team's winger options, with PSG's Bradley Barcola being their main target. However, with Minteh's injury expected to keep him out until October, Liverpool may sign more than one winger. Cody Gakpo is also subject to interest from Tottenham and Manchester City, but Liverpool is not open to selling him.
What are the implications for the upcoming season?
As Crystal Palace prepares to face Manchester City at home on 2026-08-28, they are currently sitting at 17th in the Premier League with 0 points from 1 game, having scored 0 goals and conceded 2. They are 3 points behind leaders Brighton. The transfer saga involving Sarr and Liverpool's pursuit of other wingers will be closely watched as the season progresses. For the latest on Crystal Palace's fixtures, check our fixtures page, and for updates on the squad, visit our squad page.
What's next for Ismaila Sarr and Crystal Palace?
Given the current situation, it remains to be seen whether Sarr will remain at Crystal Palace or make a move to Liverpool. With the transfer window still open, there is plenty of time for negotiations to take place. As the situation unfolds, fans can keep up with the latest stats on our stats page and monitor the standings on our standings page. For information on player injuries, including Sarr's current status, visit our injuries page.
