Ismaila Sarr will need time to digest his failed move to Liverpool, Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage says. Sarr, who was Palaces top scorer last season with 21 goals, emerged as a late target for the Reds during the closing days of the summer transfer window, and it looked as though the Senegal international may be closing in on a move to Anfield as they looked to bolster their wide options.But the move did not materialise before the deadline, ensuring he will remain at Selhurst Park until at least January.Sage admitted: He has to digest for sure because its a dream for a lot of players to play with this kind of club.He had a good opportunity but in the end it didnt work. If he wants to continue, you have to have a good season with us as he did last year. We know he needs time.Like every bad situation, time does the job and we need time for that.Palace gave their best to sign FofanaThe 28-year-old has not featured in either of the Eagles first two Premier League games against Everton and Manchester City amid speculation over his future, although it was deemed he had a thigh injury that will also keep him out of their clash with Fulham this weekend.Palace were reportedly lining up a late move to try and hijack Sunderlands move for Malick Fofana, who Sage managed at Lyon, but the 21-year-old chose to move to the North East instead.We gave our best, added Frenchman Sage on the negotiations. At the end of the day the player chose his criteria and I wish him and them the best because hes a good guy and a good player.Palace, like Saturdays opponents Fulham, are still searching for their first Premier League points of the season after losing to Eveton and Man City so far. Topics Crystal Palace F.C. Liverpool F.C. Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Ipswich v Liverpool: Preview, predicted line-ups, stats and where to watch Ben Miller 3rd September, 2026 FPL 2026/27: Time to Ditch United? 5 Players to Avoid in Gameweek 3 Blake Hurst 3rd September, 2026 Iraola honest over failed Gakpo deal: He was well aware of the situation Ben Miller 3rd September, 2026 FPL 2026/27: Back the attack five players to target in Gameweek 3 Blake Hurst 3rd September, 2026 Players set to wear debut patches during Champions League this season Mitch Fretton 2nd September, 2026 DEADLINE DAY LIVE: City complete British-record Fernandez deal and sign Ndiaye as Chelseas Camara move collapses Mitch Fretton 1st September, 2026
