Man Utd 'could try to sign' £25m star as well as Antony at Old Trafford

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag could look to bolster his Old Trafford squad by landing Antony and Cody Gakpo ahead of the fast-approaching transfer deadline, according to Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth.

The Red Devils have not been afraid to splash the cash since the summer window opened for business, having forked out close to £130million, but further reinforcements may be drafted in ahead of Thursday’s 11pm cut-off point.

Sheth has revealed that Manchester United are still interested in PSV Eindhoven winger Gakpo despite ongoing talks over 22-year-old Ajax star Antony.

The Red Devils have been frustrated in their attempts to land Antony and a proposal worth £76.3million was rejected earlier this week.

However, Manchester United could be on the cusp of making a breakthrough as they are reportedly close to agreeing a deal worth £84.8million, including add-ons, and the move is expected to accelerate within the next 48 hours.

Meanwhile, according to Football Insider, a £25million take-it-or-leave-it bid has been lodged for Gakpo.

The report suggests ten Hag has given the green light to strike a deal for the seven-cap Netherlands international.

Sheth is refusing to rule out the possibility of Antony and Gakpo completing a switch to Manchester United ahead of Thursday’s transfer deadline.

The Sky Sports reporter has no doubt that the Red Devils are desperate to sign Antony, but he still believes a swoop for Gakpo is in the offing.

Sheth told GIVEMESPORT: “I think United are interested in Gakpo. Whether it’s as an alternative to Antony or in addition, I’ve not been told one way or the other just yet.

“I don’t think you can rule out United trying to get both.”

There is no doubt that ten Hag knows how to get the best