According to The Telegraph, Gakpo revealed he came close to joining Man City during the recent transfer window.

After scoring an equalizer on his Nations League debut for the Netherlands against Germany under Jürgen Klopp's Deutschland, Gakpo spoke about the failed transfer to Man City during the summer window. The Dutch forward said: "At that time, it looked like I was going to Man City, didn't it? Yes, that's how it was."

According to previous reports, Man City attempted to sign Gakpo in the final days of the transfer window and contacted Liverpool, hoping to complete the deal before other clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur, could move in.

Gakpo said: "It was a difficult summer for me, for my family, for football and for life. I just let things happen naturally, and that's how things unfolded. That's how it was, and that's how it is now. I just want to enjoy life with my family and friends, and continue playing football with my teammates at the club."

Ultimately, Gakpo remained at Liverpool, scoring 2 goals and providing 4 assists in his first 5 appearances. Liverpool fans even sang a song for him during an away match at Bournemouth. The 1999-born forward later spoke about Liverpool's new manager, Arne Slot.

Gakpo said: "A new manager came in with new ideas, and everyone is trying to adapt. We've played together for another year now, which helps us. You can see more movement and better combinations in our play. We still need to continue adapting to the new manager's style. But overall, a team that has played together longer will find it easier to create chances together and work to win matches, and that's good. We can definitely continue to improve."

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