Liverpool fans, take a deep breath – one of your attacking stars isn't going anywhere this summer. According to Dominic King of The Telegraph, Cody Gakpo is essentially untouchable in the upcoming transfer window.

With Arne Slot's forward line hit hard by injuries to Hugo Ekitike, Mo Salah, and Alexander Isak over the past month, the Reds are facing a real depth crisis in attack. Ekitike is expected to miss the rest of 2026, while Salah will depart at season's end. That leaves Liverpool dangerously thin up front unless they bring in reinforcements this summer.

In his analysis of Liverpool's summer plans, King highlighted the forward line as a key area needing attention, especially given Ekitike's long-term absence. He wrote: "There are questions to answer and it is probably asking too much for Alexander Isak to be available for 60 games straight. Cody Gakpo would not be allowed to go anywhere, given he can play across the forward line."

The Dutch international has had a mixed season so far. He scored just his ninth goal of the campaign in Sunday's defeat to Manchester United – half of his tally from last season, despite playing significantly more minutes this year. His form has drawn criticism, with pundit Stephen Warnock calling him "predictable," and rumors of a swap deal with RB Leipzig involving Yan Diomande have been firmly shut down.

Sunday's match showed just how thin Liverpool's attacking options really are. With Ekitike eventually returning, but the squad clearly needing more firepower, Gakpo's versatility across the forward line makes him an invaluable asset the club simply can't afford to lose.

For Liverpool fans looking to gear up for the summer window, one thing is clear: Gakpo's red shirt isn't going anywhere.