Gossip: Bayern may move for Gakpo
Bayern Munich will target Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo if they miss out on Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams. (Sky Germany), externalWant more transfer news? Read Wednesday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
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