Manchester United transfer target Cody Gakpo's comments have dampened Erik ten Hag's chances of signing the player after his side's earned their place in the next round of this season's Champions League.
United have recently stepped up their activity in the transfer market as they look to bring in reinforcements to Old Trafford before the window closes on September 1. The club would have had their targets in mind ahead of the summer, but the opening day defeat to Brighton seems to have intensified their pursuit of several players.
It was far from the perfect start for Ten Hag's side as they found themselves 2-0 down after just 39 minutes. The midfield pairing of Scott McTominay and Fred failed to take control of the game as the duo were sloppy in possession.
