Cody Gakpo Next Club Odds: Man Utd Lead The Transfer Betting

Cody Gakpo has been one of the stars of World Cup 2022 and betting sites believe there is a good chance he will be on the move in the January transfer window.

The PSV attacking midfielder, who has scored three goals for the Netherlands in Qatar, came close to joining Leeds United in the summer, but he now has his sights set higher. 

Several leading Premier League clubs are keeping close tabs on the 23-year-old, and there is interest from elsewhere in Europe too.

Gakpo - who can play out wide, as a central attacking midfielder or even up front - scored 21 goals in 47 games for PSV last term. 

So far this season, he has found the back of the net 13 times in 24 appearances for the Dutch outfit.

Where might Gakpo be plying his trade after the winter window closes? You can find the latest odds below.

Manchester United In Pole Position To Win Race

Manchester United are the 5/2 favourites with football betting sites to land Gakpo, who refused to rule out a switch to Old Trafford in a recent interview. 

Those comments may embolden the Red Devils to submit a bid early in the January window.

“I haven't heard from Manchester United yet,” Gakpo said. “When they come, I'll think about it. I also seek the help of God in these decisions.”

Erik ten Hag has been given a big say in United’s recruitment since he joined the club, with Antony, Lisandro Martinez and Tyrell Malacia all brought in from the Eredivisie. 

Ten Hag has never coached Gakpo, but he no doubt knows plenty about his compatriot from his time back home.

With Cristiano Ronaldo having departed by mutual consent, United are on the lookout for a new attacker and Gakpo could be that man.

Newcastle Looking To Bolster Squad For Top-Four Push

Newcastle were tipped as potential Europa League challengers at the start of the season, but they have exceeded expectations up to now. 

When the Premier League resumes on Boxing Day, Eddie Howe’s side will have the chance to temporarily climb up to second in the standings ahead of Manchester City.

With the Champions League increasingly looking like a realistic objective, Newcastle may decide to strengthen their squad in the winter window. 

Gakpo is thought to be among their targets, and the Magpies are the second-favourites at 7/1 with betting apps.

However, the attacker’s World Cup exploits could work against Newcastle if Gakpo now begins to appear on the radar of clubs already competing in the Champions League.

Arsenal And Barcelona Could Make Move For Dutchman

Arsenal and Barcelona are next on the list at 10/1 with Paddy Power. The Gunners’ chances of landing the 23-year-old in January may have taken a blow of late, though. 

Reports suggest the club are set to focus their efforts on recruiting a new centre-forward after Gabriel Jesus underwent surgery on a knee injury that could keep him out for up to three months.

Eddie Nketiah is now the only fit striker in the Arsenal squad, so pursuits for the likes of Gakpo and Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhailo Mudryk are now on hold.

Despite financial concerns, Barcelona splashed the cash in the summer. But their early exit from the Champions League means the La Liga giants will probably be in for a quiet January. 

Liverpool Might Look Elsewhere In January Window

Liverpool’s transfer priority over the next six to eight months appears to be Jude Bellingham, who looks set to depart Borussia Dortmund at the end of the current campaign. 

The Reds are said to be at the front of the queue to land the England international, although they will no doubt face stiff competition for his signature.

Liverpool are outsiders in the race for Gakpo, priced at 14/1 along with Leeds United. 

That is probably because there are no concrete signs that Jurgen Klopp’s side are looking to sign Gakpo. 

There are already plenty of attacking options within the Liverpool squad, and it is not clear whether the club would be ready to pay a £65m asking price in January. 

Tottenham Among Outsiders For Netherlands International

Tottenham looks like an even more unlikely destination for Gakpo, as demonstrated by odds of 18/1 with Betfair. 

That is partly because there is no natural place for him within Antonio Conte’s favoured 3-4-3 formation, which does not feature a No.10.

Spurs have backed Conte in the transfer market since he came to the club, but it is hard to see them dropping £65m on an attacking midfielder in January. 

With Son Heung-min, Harry Kane, Richarlison and Dejan Kulusevski already on the books, Spurs’ priorities lie elsewhere.