Manchester United have received a significant boost by signing Cody Gakpo from PSV Eindhoven.
The 23-year-old striker was on United’s radar in the summer before opting to sign Antony from Ajax.
Earlier reports claimed that Leeds United were close to completing their £30m signing in January, with personal terms already agreed.
The Athletic now state that Gakpo are not interested in switching to Elland Road and could consider other options.
Real Madrid and Arsenal are the two clubs that have been mentioned.
The report says: “There was a sense around the talks that Gakpo might accept the idea having previously shown reluctance, but the striker’s excellent form at club and international level is thought to have changed their expectations, and Leeds are He has realized that currently, he is not in favor of change.”
Gakpo is currently one of the most prolific players in the world.
This season, in 18 games, he has a staggering 14 goals and 11 assists.
For Erik ten Hag, the 23-year-old would be the ideal striker.
With Anthony Martial unreliable and Cristiano Ronaldo’s poor goalscoring form, United could look to Gakpo to strengthen the attack.
It would add some directness to the front line and help score more goals.
The upcoming FIFA World Cup would allow Gakpo to showcase his talents on the biggest stage and earn a big move in January.
