The 27-year-old has decided against a move to Tottenham Hotspur and wants to complete a move to the Etihad.

Gakpo has attracted interest from Spurs and Manchester City this summer, while Liverpool are progressing in a deal for Bradley Barcola.

Cody Gakpo has chosen Manchester City over Tottenham, but Liverpool holds the cards with a contract through 2030 and a potential fee exceeding