The Merseysiders signed the Dutch striker from PSV Eindhoven in a deal worth €50 million, including add-ons. They reportedly beat competition from arch-rivals Manchester United for his signature.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of the Reds’ FA Cup clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers, Klopp stated that Gakpo has impressed him since he began training with the Merseyside club a few days ago.
The German tactician said (via Liverpool Echo):
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Klopp praised the 23-year-old personality and stated that Gakpo looked ‘promising and fit and that he would make a positive impact at the club. He said:
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Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy excited to see Cody Gakpo play under Jurgen Klopp
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has expressed his excitement about watching Cody Gakpo play at Anfield under the watchful eyes of Klopp.
Murphy believes that the 23-year-old was a much-needed player for the Reds and revealed that even the club’s staff were ‘shocked’ by the news of Gakpo’s signing. He told Rio Ferdinand’s YouTube channel:
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