Liverpool’s transfer deadline day has taken yet another dramatic twist, with reports emerging live on Sky Sports News that AC Milan tabled a late move for Joe Gomez.

The timing couldn’t have been more dramatic. Just minutes after confirmation that Alexander Isak had arrived at the AXA Training Centre for his record-breaking £125m medical, Sky Sports’ Rob Dorsett revealed that Milan had made an approach for Gomez.

But there’s a catch. Liverpool have no intention of letting their long-serving defender leave unless they secure a replacement—namely, Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace.

🔄 The Guehi-Gomez Dilemma

With less than 24 hours left in the transfer window, the Reds find themselves in a race against time. Sources suggest Gomez had been close to agreeing personal terms with Milan, but Anfield chiefs pulled the plug when it became clear that Palace were unwilling to part with their captain so late in the market.

That means Gomez, who was reportedly on standby to fly for a medical, remains in limbo. Ironically, Milan’s owners Red Bird Capital also hold a stake in Fenway Sports Group—the same group that owns Liverpool—making this saga even more complex.

❌ Liverpool Forced Into a U-Turn?

At one stage, it looked like Gomez was set for the San Siro. Now, unless a deal for Guehi can be resurrected before tonight’s 7pm deadline, the England international will stay on Merseyside.

Some may view Liverpool’s late reversal as indecisive, but others will argue that Arne Slot simply couldn’t afford to leave himself short of defensive cover with a long season ahead.

⏳ What Next?

While the chances of Gomez joining Milan appear slim at this stage, the frantic nature of deadline day means nothing can be ruled out. If Liverpool somehow manage to unlock a deal for Guehi, the door could still reopen for Gomez before the window slams shut.

One thing is certain: this deadline day at Anfield is shaping up to be one for the ages.