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The World Cup star who could bolster Newcastle United's top-four prospects

It has only taken two World Cup games for Cody Gakpo to demonstrate why some of Europe's biggest names were linked with a move for his signature during the summer transfer window.

With the Netherlands destined to qualify as winners of Group A, Louis Van Gaal has Gakpo to thank for his side's impending qualification. The 22-year-old put Oranje ahead in their victory over Senegal and draw against Ecuador.

As mentioned, the PSV star was strongly rumoured to complete a summer exit from the Philips Stadion. Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have all been touted as potential destinations.

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