Born in Eindhoven, Holland, tall forward Cody Gakpo grew up in his hometown PSV Eindhoven.After scoring 36 goals and 39 assists in 106 games in total for Eredivisie, he was brought to Liverpool in the winter of 2023.
While he was used as a utility player as a centre-forward and attacking midfielder under Jurgen Klopp, Arne Slot has fixed him as a left winger, and he has regained his good form with PSV Eindhoven and the Dutch national team, becoming the second highest scorer after Mohamed Salah He has been.
His time at Anfield has already passed two years. The Dutch attacker wrote that he is very happy to be playing for Liverpool, but revealed that he has a similar feeling to his hometown.
“It’s funny how when you set out to reach some crazy dream, you have no idea how or when it’s all going to come together, but in the end, when you look back on everything, it all feels a little like destiny.”
“I love being at Liverpool. I’d heard about the fans — everyone has — but I still was shocked to experience it in person. The excitement for every goal feels a little like the World Cup. And in a strange way, being here gives me that same feeling I get in Eindhoven, or Lomé…”
“It feels like home.”
Players’ Tribute
The 25-year-old forward has been a regular in the Dutch national team and is ready to step up his game.
As well as his scoring touch in front of goal, he is also very accurate with his incisive crosses and has contributed to the team’s victories with his assists.
He has also been a driving force behind the team’s continued success in the Premier League and Champions League, and there are high hopes for his future as the team looks to win the crown this season.
Will Cody Gakpo be able to shine at the top of the English table with his favourite club…?