Sports · 26 August 2026

Liverpool's bid for Crystal Palace winger Ismaïla Sarr has been rejected

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Liverpool's attempt to sign winger Ismaïla Sarr from Crystal Palace before the transfer window closes has been rebuffed. The Reds had made an enquiry about Sarr's availability, but were told the 28-year-old star isn't for sale. Crystal Palace's rejection follows two earlier rejected bids from Galatasaray for Sarr this summer.

By BriefTea Editorial · 26 August 2026 at 16:05

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