PSV devise creative Cody Gakpo solution after 'important Arsenal condition' arises

PSV are hoping to keep Cody Gakpo at the club by creating a special financial package as they fend off interest from several high-profile European sides, including Arsenal.

According to Dutch outlet Eindhovens Dagblad, PSV have devised a scheme which would include a wage bonus and enticing contractual promises. PSV chiefs are prepared to elevate his status in the squad to keep him in the Netherlands by making him their most-important asset.

The outlet adds that when Gakpo leaves next season, he could earn a bonus over his own transfer. This means if he stays for the time being and a bidding club is willing to pay €40million (£34m), Gakpo can collect a considerable part of the transfer fee himself.

Gakpo still has four years left on his contract at PSV, which could make it difficult for potential buyers to prise him away from the Dutch club. Although technical director John de Jong indicated earlier this week that there are no concrete offers on the table, there is expected to be at least one this summer.

It is understood Arsenal are one of the clubs interested in the highly-rated 23-year-old winger, who scored 21 goals and provided 15 assists in 47 appearances across all competitions this season. The Gunners are looking for some more firepower and depth across the front line and have touted Gakpo as a possible addition.

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