Ten Hag and the hierarchy are finally set to move for Cody Gakpo in January
Manchester United are inching closer to getting Erik ten Hag his January transfer window priority target, Cody Gakpo.
The Red Devils have a long-standing interest in Gakpo, running from the summer until now.
A move never materialized initially, after Ten Hag chose former Ajax star Antony when a decision between the two attackers had to be made.
After Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure, Manchester United needs a striker and PSV Eindhoven star looks better for the replacement.
An earlier report stipulated that Ten Hag and the hierarchy are finally set to move for their man in January, with the United manager being branded a big admirer of the versatile 23-year-old.
It would take €60m to pry Gakpo from the Eredivisie, where he is enjoying a fantastic season.
As per the reports of Football Insider, talks have been held with the Red Devils keen on the Dutchman.
Football Insider exclusively reports, “Man United are closing in on Gakpo deal after Ten Hag talks.”
“Man United have reached an ‘agreement in principle with PSV Eindhoven sensation Cody Gakpo, sources have told Football Insider.”
“PSV don’t want to sell in January and price tag set to increase after his dazzling star to World Cup.”
It is likely that the speed at which the principle agreement has been agreed upon stems from the personal terms that were spelled out between United and Gakpo’s representatives in the summer.
This agreement could have been carried forward with a view to finally getting a switch over the line in January.
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