Liverpool initiated discussions and made a formal proposal for Crystal Palace attacking player Ismaila Sarr. The proposed deal was a reported 50 million pound move to strengthen the club's right-wing position. Liverpool pursued Ismaila Sarr after failing to secure Minteh earlier. However, Crystal Palace turned down Liverpool's inquiry for the forward.
Galatasaray also attempted to secure Ismaila Sarr, but Crystal Palace knocked back two separate bids from Galatasaray for the player. Crystal Palace are dealing with growing issues with both Sarr and Riad. Sage offered fresh information regarding the situation involving Ismaila Sarr and Jean-Philippe Mateta.