‘When they come, I’ll think about it’ – Netherlands World Cup star Cody Gakpo opens door to Manchester United transfer and talks about Leeds bid

Cody Gakpo continued to flirt with Manchester United as he admitted he would consider joining the Premier League outfit.

The Netherlands forward was a star at the 2022 World Cup, scoring in all three of their group matches.

They are establishing themselves as a force of range in Qatar and will face their toughest test yet in Argentina on Friday.

The PSV Eindhoven man was linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer, before eventually landing Antony from Ajax.

The 23-year-old has since become one of the most in-form players in Europe, scoring nine goals and adding 12 assists in just 14 Eredivisie games.

That form translated to the World Cup and probably added a few more million to his price tag.

Gakpo spoke about this interest from Man United and told the Dutch newspaper NRC “It was a difficult time. I learned from that. I will do it differently. What comes, it comes. Suppose you want to move from RKC (Waalwijk) to PSV, but this club does not come. Then you can panic.

“I thought about Manchester United, but when it didn’t happen I couldn’t remember. And I started to doubt. Leeds United came. Should I go? Now I’m waiting everything. I haven’t heard from Manchester United yet. When they come, I will think about it. I am also seeking God’s help in these decisions.

The striker also added: “As footballers, we are in the spotlight.

“People are watching us. I feel it is my duty to do something about this. I try to best pass on the lessons I learn from my church to those in need.

The Netherlands take on Argentina in Friday’s World Cup quarter-finals with a 7pm kick-off and you can listen to the action live on talkSPORT.