Arsenal made a brief check on Liverpool attacker Cody Gakpo a few days ago

Arsenal conducted a brief examination of Liverpool's Cody Gakpo, a forward, a few days ago. Manager Mikel Arteta is seeking to strengthen Arsenal's attacking lineup, as Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus depart from the club. While Lyon winger Malick Fofana is a target for the Gunners, Gakpo's name was also mentioned in the context.

Liverpool's agent for Iliman Ndiaye contacted the Arsenal, but the Senegalese player is now expected to join Manchester City. Gakpo has been associated with both Manchester City and Tottenham, but he remains open to staying with Liverpool if they fail to sign a replacement. The Dutch international has played 182 matches for Liverpool, bringing valuable experience.

He has scored one goal and provided one assist in two Premier League games this season. Although Arsenal does not appear to be making a firm move for the 27-year-old this summer, they are focusing on securing Fofana before the transfer deadline. The Belgian attacker believes that joining Arsenal could benefit his career, and a deal might be finalized in the next hours.