Liverpool face race against time for Ismaïla Sarr after Crystal Palace reject improved bid

Below is a summary of the full article. Click here for the full version from Rush The Kop or go back to LFC Live.

Liverpool's frantic late-window pursuit of Ismaïla Sarr has hit a significant roadblock. Sarr has completely scrubbed his Instagram profile of any trace of Crystal Palace, removing all photos and links to the club in a classic modern-day statement of intent.

Amid that frantic reshuffle of the forward line, the future of Cody Gakpo remains firmly hanging in the balance, with the Dutchman's next steps subject to mounting speculation as the transfer window enters it's frantic final 24hours.Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport announced that Sarr "no longer wants to wear the Crystal Palace shirt" as the Reds push for another winger.🚨 Crystal Palace have rejected a second offer from Liverpool for Ismaïla Sarr. Sarr will not train today as he pushes for a move and no longer wants to wear the Crystal Palace shirt. @RMCsportIf Liverpool… pic.twitter.com/WXAaUP1HL8— Fabrice Hawkins (@FabriceHawkins) August 31, 2026Gakpo is, however, expected to stay should the move not materialise.Crystal Palace have not been kind to Liverpool when it comes to transfer dealings in recent seasons.

Sarr is right-footed, and has played across the front line, either on the left, right or as a second striker.Liverpool already have enough right-footed wingers. Poor transfer market dealing, alongside irresponsible squad planning.Liverpool have had months to plan for Mohamed Salah's departure, and leaving it to the last two days of the transfer window feels frustrating for Liverpool fans worldwide.With plenty more twists and turns surely to come, all eyes will be on FlightRadar and twitter to see who Liverpool will be linked with next.Liverpool's squad come Friday's game against Ipswich town will be very, very interesting.Add us as a preferred source on GoogleFollow