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Daily Mirror
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Daniel Orme

Man Utd face missing out on Joao Felix due to similar Cody Gakpo transfer problem

Manchester United have stumbled across a familiar problem as they attempt to seal a deal for Joao Felix having been beaten to the signature of Cody Gakpo by fierce rivals Liverpool.

Red Devils' boss Erik ten Hag is seemingly keen to add a new forward to his squad in the January transfer window following the explosive exit of Cristiano Ronaldo. PSV Eindhoven star Gakpo was reported to be among their options heading into the winter window - Ten Hag aiming to welcome his compatriot to Old Trafford.

However, they have been met with frustration after the Dutch club confirmed that they had agreed a deal to sell the forward to Premier League rivals Liverpool. An official statement read: "PSV and Liverpool FC have reached an agreement on the proposed transfer of Cody Gakpo.

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