Manchester United are still in the race for PSV Eindhoven striker Cody Gakpo.
According to the reliable Fabrizio Romano, the Red Devils’ interest in Gakpo has not diminished at all after a failed chase in the summer.
Erik ten Hag wanted Gakpo, but when faced with a choice between the Dutchman and former Ajax winger Antony, Erik ten Hag opted for Antony, with whom he had worked at Ajax and had success.
Romano reckons the 20-time English champions will face competition for Gakpo’s signature not only from England but also from Spain.
A few days ago, David Ornstein broke the news that Real Madrid sees Gakpo as a legitimate target.
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– Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) October 10, 2022
Closer to home, Arsenal and Leeds are also said to be hot on the trail of the 23-year-old.
The last suitor of the Dutch international according to reports Gianluca Di Marzio is Tottenham.
According to Romano, United will be buoyed by a huge lead it has over other rival parties looking to add Gakpo to their ranks.
The player shares the same agency as United boss Ten Hag. In addition to this, United already have a relationship with Gakpo’s entourage.
This stems from the initial negotiations that took place in the summer.
Yesterday, Gakpo himself confirmed the existence of these conversations. He opened up in an interview and said: “I was close to leaving PSV. I spoke to Erik ten Hag several times at Manchester United, in the end the deal didn’t go through and it was a shame.”
Cody Gakpo: “I was close to leaving PSV. I spoke a couple of times with Erik ten Hag at Manchester United, in the end the deal didn’t materialize… and it was a shame,” says The Times. ???????? #MUFC @TomAllnutt_
“Manchester United is one of the biggest clubs in the world.” pic.twitter.com/M81STcAdb6
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 19, 2022
He has been in fine form this season, racking up numbers similar to those of Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, analysis of the attacker reveals.
The club hopes to be able to acquire it in later windows.
