Liverpool are reportedly close to reaching a deal for PSV Eindhoven striker Cody Gakpo.
According to David Ornstein (The Athletic), the Merseyside club is about to reach an agreement for an initial price of 37 million pounds.
Fabrizio Romano has also confirmed the same story.
Liverpool are in advanced talks to sign Cody Gakpo. An official offer has been made for a guaranteed fee of £37m plus add-ons. ???????????? #LFC
Negotiations are ongoing, as called by @_pauljoyce.
Manchester United had the green light on the player’s side, but no decision on the offer to PSV Eindhoven. pic.twitter.com/ROgnYXiH6d
– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 26, 2022
Gakpo has been the main target of Manchester United forwards and has been linked extensively since last summer.
The Athletic report mentions Liverpool’s close relationship with the Gakpo representative SEG.
The 23-year-old came close to joining Leeds United in the summer, but negotiations fell through.
After his impressive performances with PSV and the Netherlands, his stock has certainly gone up.
???? Liverpool close to reaching an agreement with PSV Eindhoven to sign Cody Gakpo. Advanced stage negotiations; likely initial fee ~£37m. Fast forward + if all goes to plan the 23 year old #NED striker will travel for medical attention @TheAthleticFC after @_pauljoyce #LFC #PSV https://t.co/lC5SyOoZyp
– David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) December 26, 2022
This would prove to be a blow for United, who were expected to sign the Dutch striker in the winter transfer window.
Gakpo was seen by many as the ideal striker for Erik ten Hag’s system.
The departure of Cristiano Ronaldo has made it essential for Man United to sign a striker and now it seems that they will have to modify their plans.
Joao Félix is ​​another excellent option still on the market, but Arsenal would also be interested.
????????????| Jorge Mendes has INTENSIFIED the discussions in recent weeks with #mufc and Arsenal about João Félix. [@relevo]
— central devils. (@centredevils) December 26, 2022
In the next few days it will be interesting to see how United react.
Ten Hag will be desperate to sign a striker and the club must deliver.
