Arsenal urged to hijack Man Utd’s Cody Gakpo transfer in January

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Arsenal would be an “incredible” team for Cody Gakpo to play for, claims ex-Liverpool winger Ryan Babel. Manchester United want to sign Gakpo in January but the Gunners have been tipped to be in the race too.

Arsenal were linked with the Netherlands star earlier this year. Mikel Arteta saw him up close during their two matches against PSV Eindhoven in the Europa League group stage.

But as rumours of Arsenal’s interest have cooled, United have seemingly stepped up their approach. Gakpo is the Red Devils’ top target for January following the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo.

PSV would understandably be keen to keep hold of the 23-year-old until the summer. But a sizable offer could tempt them into selling in the winter window.

Gakpo is currently impressing for his country at the World Cup in Qatar. He scored in the Netherlands’ opening two matches against Senegal and Ecuador and will fancy his chances of registering again against the host nation on Tuesday afternoon.

Babel can understand the attraction in Gakpo, who has 46 goal contributions in Eredivisie since the beginning of last season. He would like to see him at his old club Liverpool but thinks Arsenal would be the ideal destination.

Babel told The Athletic: “We’re seeing a lot of interest in Gakpo around Europe and a lot of rumours about what he does next. He’s 23 and I’m curious to see if PSV can hold onto him until the end of the season.

“They are third in the Eredivisie but three points off the top. If they want to win the league they will need to keep him as he’s assisting, he’s scoring, and he’s always involved with his team’s attacks.

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“You see him linked to clubs in England, such as Manchester United. Everyone has the right price so let’s see how he develops in the tournament.

“He has shown enough quality that he is ready for the next step, whether it’s in January or next summer. As a Liverpool fan, I would tell him to go to Liverpool if they make an approach!

“Arsenal would also be an incredible team for him, with the current manager and the project that they’re building. He has to follow his heart.”

Gakpo would be joining an Arsenal side who are currently flying high at the top of the Premier League. Mikel Arteta’s team return to action on Boxing Day against West Ham.

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