Virgil van Dijk is confident that Cody Gakpo belongs on the field for a premier league team

The PSV Eindhoven forwards, who scored three goals for the Netherlands at the 2022 World Cup, is now a Liverpool player after Manchester United attempted to sign him. The striker will give players like Darwin Nunez, Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz, Diogo Jota, and Roberto Firmino extra competition for a spot in the starting XI and is anticipated to cost Liverpool an initial £37 million.

The striker is greatly admired by Erik ten Hag and Man United, who frequently mentioned him throughout the World Cup. Van Dijk was questioned following the Netherlands' 3-1 victory over the US in Qatar. He was asked whether Gakpo will likely join the Red Devils. And it was evident from his response that he thought his international teammate was intent on joining another club.

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"Are Real Madrid and Manchester United on equal footing? questioned Van Dijk. "Absolutely no disrespect meant. He has the potential to take that next step, in my opinion. I have a feeling that might occur; whether it does so this winter, summer, or perhaps next year, only time will tell." He is a great kid who puts forth a lot of effort, is highly gifted,

And still has potential. We are overjoyed with how well he is doing for us. May it go on forever." the announcement comes after Van Dijk publicly urged Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp to add players as the Reds defeated Aston Villa 3-1 on Monday in the Premier League, The injured players can return shortly, according to Van Dijk.

Gakpo's potential suitor for Liverpool

"Hopefully, our football club will be able to accept some new members. We see. I believe Liverpool always appreciates quality like that." Gakpo's potential suitor for Liverpool, however, is former Reds winger John Barnes. Previously, he stated to BonusCodeBets: "Cody Gakpo will get interest from several elite clubs due of his outstanding World Cup performance for the Netherlands. Gakpo must choose his level of commitment to the game before selecting a new team." Because he won't be able to make the starting XI if he joins Liverpool. He would only be a squad player in Liverpool because there are many excellent players in that position.