Gakpo should still be a priority for Manchester United. After all, we’re talking about the only striker who can keep up with Haaland

Had Manchester United not completed the transfer of Antony, Cody Gakpo would most likely have come in, who is still a priority for Erik ten Hag, as confirmed by journalist Fabrizio Romano. However, he will face stiff competition next year as the Dutch striker is the best striker in Europe this season along with Erling Haaland.

Gakpo was tracked by several clubs this summer, but none ultimately reached out for him. Manchester United came closest, but they preferred Antony from rival Ajax.

however, the 23-year-old Eindhoven native shows what a mistake all clubs made. Along with Haaland, they are the best strikers this season. When they both picked up 21 Canadian points. Haaland for 18 goals and 3 assists, Gakpo for 9 goals and 12 assists.

The Dutch striker, who stands at 189 cm, has been playing at left wingback this season, for which his speed and great ball work predispose him. He is also great with his weaker leg, the left one.

At Old Trafford, it was reckoned that if Gakpo actually transferred to the Red Devils, he would move to the top, which should definitely not be a problem for him thanks to his quality finishing. How fitting he would be now that the Hague lacks a reliable striker.

Thus, Manchester United’s top scorer is currently Marcus Rashford with 4 league goals and Antony with 3. Cristiano Ronaldo has only scored once in 10 games so far. Moreover, there are problems with him, which is hurting the morale of the team.

Thus, it might not be out of the question for Gakpa to come to the Premier League in January when Ronaldo, for example, might just walk away. Which would be welcomed by many fans who have made their dissatisfaction with his performances clear. You simply can’t stop age!

Moreover, Gakpo should cost “only” 50 million euros + bonuses. That’s very reasonable compared to the 95 million Manchester United paid for Antony. However, given his great performances, which if he confirms at the World Cup in Qatar, his price tag could be higher again.

However, there is talk that his transfer isn’t on for the winter period, but everything will be resolved at the end of this season. By then, Manchester United are expected to have a lot of competition as a number of English clubs are interested in him.

Given that the Red Devils’ attack is miserable to say the least and it is clear that sooner or later someone will have to come in as well as leave, a transfer of Gakp to Old Trafford as early as January would definitely make sense.

Source: Fabrizio Romano, Transfermarkt