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Sports · 5 September 2026

Carragher fears £123m Barcola will struggle after Gakpo shined for Liverpool

Carragher fears £123m Barcola will struggle after Gakpo shined for Liverpool

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Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher thinks new £123 million signing Bradley Barcola will struggle to get games for the club. Cody Gakpo, who almost left for Manchester City, put in a stunning performance with two assists against Ipswich Town. Liverpool had blocked Gakpo's move, and his form has continued, with captain Virgil van Dijk stressing his importance.

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