Judging by what both Whitwell & Ornstein have tweeted - we have cooled our interest. Seems like he was a smokescreen for Antony.
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Judging by what both Whitwell & Ornstein have tweeted - we have cooled our interest. Seems like he was a smokescreen for Antony.
People staying Gakpo is a bigger talent than Antony should definitely, permanently stop talking after this game. This guy is utterly invisible every big game (bar one game vs Ajax) and is worth no where near 50 million euros.
We've cooled our interest in Gakpo for good reason.
I've said it before but Feyenoord had a bigger talent: Sinisterra. Went this summer to Leeds and scored his first goal today.
That's four full games I've seen of him now, and four of PSV's most important matches of the season. He's been quiet in three of those and absolute "Rashford on his worst day" levels of shit in one of them.
I'm sure he can knock them in for fun against Fortuna Sittard, but you'd have hoped by now he'd have some evidence of being able to do something against better opposition as well, as Martinez and Antony have.
I'm sure he can knock them in for fun against Fortuna Sittard, but you'd have hoped by now he'd have some evidence of being able to do something against better opposition as well, as Martinez and Antony have.
He's just kinda average, I doubt he'd be anything better than a bench option .
That was clear to me from the beginning. It was never going to work anyway.
Gakpo has yet again been a disappointment internationally. Twice shambolic against Monaco, ok last week against Rangers and now again very underwhelming against Rangers. I also don't remember him being impressive in EL last year. I was wondering whether he could handle himself internationally now, but he clearly can't. Rashford and Martial are far better players. Going to PL would just ruin his carreer at this point. He is clearly not ready.
Utterly shite.
Was on board with Gakpo, but I've seen enough. Let's just get Antony and forget about this guy. Not good enough.
On the other hand, if you buy him now the expectations will be non existent. He'd probably still be cack, but at least it won't be a surprise.
I don't think I've ever seen him play so have no opinion on him. But for people judging the kid now in a one-off game when he's probably thinking day and night about the opportunity of joining United, is well harsh.
We'll see, I don't buy it.
ETH said we need numbers in offense after the Liverpool game, can see us getting both Antony and Gakpo. If not Gakpo another forward. Maybe Memphis ? idk.
If Ronaldo goes as expected, we will need another forward, i can't see enough in the 4 games I've watched this lad....rather spend the money on Pedro Neto
Pay 50 million for the 2022 version of Andy Carroll....
Maybe we can hijack Isak move to Newcastle
We would have done. Fortunately, he went to Liverpool for 100 million instead.
I don't think we'll have more than 30 mill to spend. If we bring in another attacker it will be a Gakpo or a Memphis.
People need to be realistic. You think we'll sign Antony for near 100 mill ? and then splash 50-80 on Neto ?
I was really shocked by his performance today. Simply not up to PL level. While Antony is also a huge risk with the amount of money being mentioned, he can take players on at least . Cody on the other hand....Just gash.
Nunez is better than Carroll. They do look alike though
What's throaty about the H? If you say hell or heaven or hue or hound there's nothing throaty about it is there? The G is definitely throaty yeah, at least it is in Dutch. Different languages different pronunciations I guess. Gakpo is with a throaty G and a hard k so gak-po and not hack-po.
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Hahaha! I'm laughing too mate. It does sound silly over text. Anyway, the name Gakpo is Togolese, so is pronounced as written. Much simpler. More importantly, PSV shouldn't rinse us if we're after him. Not quite the shop window performance tonight. Hopefully ETH makes the right call...again.
He honestly reminds me of David Bellion
Unless if Ronaldo goes I don't see another attacker aside Antony coming in.
And if Ronaldo goes I hope his replacement is a genuine 9.
You should buy Xavi Simons instead.
Hopefully that is the case as I don't see what Gakpo offers that will improve us in anyway. He does not look ready yet for a step up to the premiership.
I’ve not watched him much but in the games that I have seen him play, I just don’t think he looks ready for a move, particularly a huge one like this.
Out of him & Garnacho, I’d rather give Garnacho an opportunity as he looks an absolute special talent.
Did he cry and wave?
He made me cry and I waved him goodbye.
He looks fecking shit. I’m not wasting my muppetry on this guy. Lock this shit up and throw away the key.
I got the same impression again, he's so risk averse and passive overall. I don't like players who waste a lot and take risks at any chance, but this guy is in the opposite extreme. It has to be amazingly clear for him to take a risk or attack the defence off the ball.
It's been noticeable in the second half with 0-1, it had to be that Simons kid trying to shake up the game, asking for the ball and trying stuff. Someone linked with United, and captain, has to make his presence more visible in the game and be more influential.
It's been noticeable in the second half with 0-1, it had to be that Simons kid trying to shake up the game, asking for the ball and trying stuff. Someone linked with United, and captain, has to make his presence more visible in the game and be more influential.
fecking harsh ye lot. Nothing special but there was some potential there. Lads looking for the finished article for 34m. He kept trying and got in position for 2 good chances. He should have got them, he's raw but I like him. Not sure he's a need considering the other areas in the squad but he'll be a good player
ETH said it’s not about just buying players but buying the right players
We have enough wingers including Garnacho. We need a traditional 9.
Memphis would reportedly cost 40m less and he loves the club.
I'd sign him as a stop gap until we can properly invest in a Ronaldo replacement
Yeah, i could certainly see the logic behind buying a centre forward. Another right footed wide player who miggt one day be a striker, not so much. Hopefully Ten Hag can coach Martial and/or Rashford into performing up front this season so thats no longer needed.
Okay at pass and move, has the odd good shot in a blue moon, poor at everything else. 10 million pounds offer take it or leave it. When they refuse, walk away.
Shouldn’t waste our money. Still a bit uncertain about Antony at the price but much prefer him. We also need an RB and GK. Think another CM will have to wait a year.
Have to say I thought the lad looked alright.
Of course. The right players for his system. The fact we are linked with Gakpo shows that he believes he's good enough to suit his system.
Thought PSV were poor tonight. Gakpo didn't shine.
But it would be harsh to think he's crap based on one performance. He was the best player on the pitch in the first leg.
But it would be harsh to think he's crap based on one performance. He was the best player on the pitch in the first leg.
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