Cody Gakpo FPL 2026/27: Is Liverpool's £7.0m Winger a GW1 Bargain?

The short answer

Cody Gakpo (£7.0m) strengthened his Gameweek 1 case by scoring in Liverpool's final pre-season match, a 2-0 win over Como at Anfield on 16 August.

The appeal is a mid-priced route into Andoni Iraola's attack. The caution is that a final-friendly goal improves the evidence without making every Liverpool attacking minute completely secure.

Why the Como match matters

Liverpool used the match as their final competitive tune-up. Gakpo opened the scoring and debutant Jeremy Jacquet added the second. Liverpool's report also described early combinations involving Alexander Isak and Gakpo.

For FPL, that is stronger evidence than a goal in an experimental XI: it combines a relevant lineup, attacking involvement and a final pre-season start.

Gakpo versus Liverpool alternatives

Tactical clue from Kerkez

After the Como win, Kerkez said his role under Iraola gives him more freedom to get forward and put balls into the box. That supports the idea of an aggressive Liverpool left side, but it also means managers should judge Gakpo by repeatable minutes rather than simply projecting one friendly goal.

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OneFPL verdict

Gakpo is a legitimate GW1 differential, not a lock. At £7.0m he can provide Liverpool exposure without paying Isak's price, but the final predicted lineup should still be checked before locking him in.

FAQ

How much is Cody Gakpo in FPL?

£7.0m.

Did Gakpo score in Liverpool's final friendly?

Yes. He opened the scoring in the 2-0 win over Como.

Is he automatically better than Wirtz?

No. Gakpo is £0.5m cheaper and carries goal threat, while Wirtz offers a central creative role. Minutes and role should decide the choice.

Sources

• Liverpool FC match report: Liverpool 2-0 Como
• Liverpool FC: Iraola reaction