Manchester City supporters have delivered a brutally mixed reaction to the latest Cody Gakpo transfer claims, with some fans welcoming the reported agreement while others are demanding that the club abandon the deal.
According to the latest reports, Manchester City are confident of completing a deal for the Liverpool forward once the Reds sign a replacement. The proposed transfer is reportedly worth £85 million, while Gakpo has given the green light to a five-year contract.
For City supporters, however, the headline figures have immediately raised questions.
A City Xtra post discussing the developing transfer situation produced a wave of emotional responses. Some fans simply do not believe Gakpo is worth the reported fee. Others want Manchester City to focus on different targets, particularly Enzo Fernandez.
There was even criticism directed at new City head coach Enzo Maresca.
The reactions show that while Gakpo could be heading towards the Etihad, there is certainly no universal excitement among the Manchester City fanbase.
‘#DontSignGakpo’ sums up the frustration
One of the clearest reactions came from E., who posted:
“#DontSignGakpo”
The comment received 52 likes and captured the mood of supporters who are unconvinced by the proposed transfer.
Rather than celebrating the possibility of adding another high-profile attacker, some City fans appear to believe the club would be making the wrong investment.
The biggest concern is likely to be the reported £85m price tag.
That is a significant amount of money, particularly for a player who would arrive with expectations of becoming an important part of Maresca’s Manchester City team.
Another supporter, zx2#, was even more direct:
“Not worth that amount.”
The response may have received only a handful of likes, but it reflects one of the most repeated concerns surrounding the transfer.
Manchester City fans are not necessarily questioning Gakpo’s ability.
They are questioning whether he represents good value at £85m.
‘Onto Enzo Fernandez’
Perhaps the most popular response came from Ryan Mazza, who simply wrote:
“Onto Enzo Fernandez.”
That reaction received an impressive 236 likes, making it the most-liked response shown under the City Xtra post.
It provides an important insight into what some supporters would rather see happen.
Instead of spending £85m on Gakpo, they want Manchester City to pursue Fernandez.
The Argentine midfielder has also been heavily linked with City in recent days, and supporters clearly see him as a more desirable addition to Maresca’s squad.
This does not necessarily mean City have abandoned their interest in Fernandez.
However, the reaction demonstrates that transfer priorities are being closely debated among supporters.
For some fans, Gakpo is simply not the player they want Manchester City to spend a major portion of their transfer budget on.
Fans compare Gakpo’s price with Marmoush
Another interesting response came from _NoOne_rain, who wrote:
“I am pleased to see a transfer value of £65m for him, the same as Marmoush’s transfer fee.”
The comment received 148 likes.
The comparison with Omar Marmoush is significant.
City supporters have already seen the club invest heavily in attacking talent. Marmoush arrived with a considerable reputation, and fans are naturally comparing the cost of different players.
If Gakpo costs £85m, supporters will expect him to provide immediate and consistent production.
That creates another layer of pressure.
An £85m transfer cannot simply be judged on whether Gakpo is a good player. Supporters will judge the deal against other options available in the market and the players City could potentially sign for similar money.
That appears to be happening already.
‘Backup striker don land’
Not every supporter is completely against Gakpo.
DUKE OF MANCITY offered a more positive interpretation:
“Backup striker don land.”
The comment received 46 likes.
That reaction suggests some supporters see Gakpo as a useful squad addition rather than necessarily a guaranteed starter.
That could become particularly important under Maresca.
Manchester City need depth across the attacking positions if they want to compete on multiple fronts. Injuries, fixture congestion and rotation can quickly expose a squad without sufficient quality beyond the starting XI.
Gakpo’s versatility could therefore be an important part of the argument in favour of the transfer.
He can operate through the middle or from wider attacking positions, giving Maresca another tactical option.
The question is whether City should pay £85m for that versatility.
‘Wtf what about Iliman Ndiaye?’
Another supporter, Junkyōsha, asked:
“Wtf what about Iliman Ndiaye !?”
That reaction received 192 likes.
Again, the message is clear.
Some City fans believe there are alternative attacking targets who should be considered before committing to Gakpo.
The reaction also demonstrates how quickly supporters compare transfer rumours with other names circulating around the club.
Once a club is linked with an £85m signing, fans immediately begin asking whether that money could be better spent elsewhere.
This is particularly true when supporters already have preferred targets.
For those fans, Gakpo may be a quality footballer, but that does not automatically make him the right Manchester City signing.
‘This club is dead’
The mood became considerably more dramatic in some responses.
A parody account posted:
“This club is dead.”
The reaction attracted 163 likes.
Another supporter simply posted two crying emojis, receiving 102 likes.
These responses underline the emotional nature of transfer speculation.
Manchester City have entered a new era under Maresca following Pep Guardiola’s departure in June 2026. That naturally means supporters are scrutinising every major decision made by the club.
A high-profile signing can therefore represent more than just another transfer.
It can be interpreted as a statement about the direction of the team.
If Gakpo arrives for £85m, supporters will want to know exactly where he fits into Maresca’s plans.
‘Sack Maresca already’
One of the most extreme reactions came from cikin gatsu:
“Sack Maresca already.”
It received 88 likes.
Clearly, such a response should be viewed as an emotional fan reaction rather than a serious assessment of Maresca’s tenure.
Still, it shows the pressure surrounding the new Manchester City manager.
Maresca inherited a team that has enjoyed extraordinary success under Guardiola. Supporters therefore have enormous expectations.
Every major transfer decision will be judged against the standards established during the previous era.
If Gakpo succeeds, the criticism will quickly disappear.
If he struggles after arriving for £85m, however, those same questions about the decision to sign him will return.
Some fans are simply saying ‘Congratulations’
Interestingly, the reaction was not universally negative.
Areej responded:
“Congratulations.”
That comment attracted nine likes.
It may have received fewer reactions than the more emotional posts, but it demonstrates that there are supporters who would welcome Gakpo.
For these fans, the possibility of signing an experienced Premier League forward with proven quality is something to celebrate.
Gakpo would not need a lengthy adaptation period to English football. He already knows the Premier League and has played in high-pressure environments.
That could make him an attractive option for City.
The £85m question will not disappear
Ultimately, the biggest issue for Manchester City supporters appears to be the price.
There is a clear difference between saying Gakpo is a bad player and saying £85m is too much for Gakpo.
The fan reactions suggest many supporters fall into the second category.
They want City to be smart with their money.
They want the club to strengthen the squad.
But they also want the right players at the right price.
An £85m transfer would create significant expectations from day one.
Gakpo would be expected to score goals, create chances and contribute immediately. There would be little patience for a prolonged adaptation period.
That is the reality of becoming an £85m Manchester City signing.
City fans now await the next move
The latest reports suggest that the transfer could depend on Liverpool finding a replacement before allowing Gakpo to leave.
That means there may still be another twist before everything is finalised.
For now, Manchester City supporters remain divided.
One group is effectively saying “Congratulations.”
Another is shouting “#DontSignGakpo.”
Others would rather see City turn their attention towards Enzo Fernandez, while some believe the club needs a different attacking option altogether.
The strongest reaction, however, is clear: £85m is a huge amount of money.
If Manchester City complete the deal, Gakpo will arrive under significant scrutiny.
Maresca will have to demonstrate exactly how he intends to use him, while the player himself will need to justify the enormous investment.
For now, City fans can only wait.
The reported agreement with Gakpo is an important step, but Liverpool still need to find a replacement before Manchester City’s proposed move can progress.
And judging by the reaction on social media, supporters will have plenty to say about whatever happens next.
