Liverpool Sensation Cody Gakpo Unearths His Humorous PSV Moniker from the Past

Liverpool’s rising star, Cody Gakpo, has offered an amusing glimpse into his past, sharing a nickname bestowed upon him by his former PSV teammates.

Gakpo’s move to Anfield at the start of the January transfer window created quite a stir, with previous links to Manchester United adding an extra layer of intrigue to his transfer. The winger swiftly adapted to life on Merseyside, leaving a mark by netting a memorable brace in a resounding 7-0 victory against Manchester United at Anfield in March.

The Netherlands international has showcased his versatility this season, having notched three goals in eight appearances across various competitions. He has demonstrated his ability to excel in multiple positions, from center forward to wide attacker and midfield maestro.

His adaptability was equally evident during his tenure at PSV, where he tallied an impressive 21 goals and provided 24 assists in the final 18 months of his spell with the club.

In a recent interview on Liverpool’s official YouTube channel, Gakpo shared a humorous anecdote about his days at PSV. He revealed that his former teammates affectionately dubbed him “long neck” due to his distinctive physical feature. Gakpo, with a chuckle, playfully objected to the suggestion of reviving the nickname, stating, “Oh my days. Not going to happen, this is not going to happen.”

Gakpo missed the last two games after being forced to exit the pitch during the 2-1 defeat to Tottenham last month. However, he made a promising return to training ahead of the highly anticipated Merseyside derby clash against Everton, raising hopes that he could be fit to start the game, as confirmed by Jurgen Klopp’s pre-match press conference.

Gakpo’s potential return could provide a significant boost to Liverpool, who have faced challenges in the attacking department in recent weeks due to the absence of the Dutchman and Diogo Jota, who received two yellow cards during the encounter with Spurs.