Cody Gakpo's stats, FIFA 22, age, nationality, position, agent, TRANSFER NEWS

Cody Gakpo's stats, FIFA 22, age, nationality, position, agent, TRANSFER NEWS

Claudia Kogi
updated at August 9, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Cody Gakpo is a talented Dutch footballer who plays as a winger for PSV Eindhoven. His recent performance has made him a prime target for many European teams. Cody Gakpo's stats and achievements speak volumes about his immense abilities. This article gives a detailed look at who he is and what he has done that makes him such a hot cake in the football transfer market.

Cody Gakpo's stats
AS Monaco's Vanderson (L) challenges C. Gakpo of PSV Eindhoven during their UEFA Champions League Qualification match at the Philips Stadion on 9 August 2022, in Eindhoven. Photo: Andre Weening
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Cody Gakpo's age is 23 years as of August 2022. He was born on 7 May 1999, in Eindhoven, Netherlands, where he grew up. Before jumping into the latest Cody Gakpo news and career journey, let us first look at his profile to understand him better.

Cody Gakpo's profile

Full Name

Cody Mathes Gakpo

Birth Date

7 May 1999

Age

23 (as of August 2022)

Birthplace

Eindhoven, Netherlands

Nationality

Dutch

Religion

Christianity

Height

1.87 m

Weight

76 kg

Eye colour

Dark brown

Hair colour

Black

Parents

Johnny, Ank Gakpo

Brother

Sydney

Career

Professional football player

Position

Left winger/forward

Teams

PSV Eindhoven Netherlands national football team

Shoe brand

PUMA

Weekly Salary

$8, 900

Net worth

$1.5 million

Market value

$30.5 million

Social media

Instagram, Facebook

Cody Gakpo's biography

Gakpo was born into a sports-loving family. His father, Johnny, was a footballer, born in Togo with Ghanaian ancestry, while his mother, Ank Gakpo, is Dutch. She was a secondary school teacher. Meanwhile, Cody Gakpo's nationality is Dutch. He grew up alongside his brother Sidney, who played football for RPC Eindhoven.

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How tall is Cody Gakpo?

The Dutch youngster is 1.87 m or 6 feet and 2 inches tall. He weighs 76 kg and has an athletic body type. He also has Dark brown eyes and black hair.

Who is Cody Gakpo dating?

Cody Gakpo may be too young to get married, but he is dating a lovely lady named Noa. The two have been together for quite a long time and seem to enjoy one another's company.

Gakpo's Football career

Cody's football story began in 2006 when he joined the EVV Eindhoven youth squad. However, he only spent one year at the club before moving to PSV Eindhoven in 2007. The talented winger progressed through the ranks while nurturing his skills at PSV for about nine years.

Jong PSV

Cody Gakpo's position
Cody Gakpo of Jong PSV (L) is followed by Darren Sidoel (C) and Che Nunnely (R) of Jong Ajax during their Jupiler League match at the Toekomst Stadium on 30 March 2018 in Amsterdam. Photo: VI
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The youngster joined Jong PSV's reserve team in 2016 and played for the under-19 side. He made his professional debut in the Eerste Divisie (Dutch second-tier league) on 4 November 2016, against Helmond Sport. Mathes only spent two years at Jong PSV and returned to his previous club in 2018.

PSV Eindhoven

Cody Gakpo's current team is PSV Eindhoven. He made his first-team debut for the club on 25 February 2018, in a 3-1 victory over Feyenoord. However, he only made one appearance during the 2017-18 season as PSV were crowned Eredivisie champions.

The PSV winger scored his first hat-trick for the club on 3 December 2018, in a 5-1 win over the Go Ahead Eagles. He made his league debut on 3 February 2019, in his second game against Fortuna Sittard at home, where he also provided an assist.

Cody Gakpo's stats

Cody Gakpo scored eight goals and provided nine assists in 39 appearances for PSV during the 2019-20 campaign. His goals tally improved in the 2020-21 season, where he managed 11 goals and three assists in 29 matches. Below is a breakdown of his 2021-22 stats that have left many people in awe of his abilities.

Competition

Games

Goals

Assists

Eredivisie

27

12

13

Champions League Qualification

6

2

0

Conference League

5

3

1

Europa League

4

2

0

KNVB Beker

4

2

0

Johan Cruijff Schaal

1

0

1

Total

47

21

15

International career

The talented winger chose to represent the Netherlands over Ghana and Togo. He played for the Dutch U18, U19, U20, and U21 sides before graduating to the senior team. His senior team debut came in a 3-0 victory over North Macedonia in their third UEFA Euro 2020 group game.

Cody Gakpo's style of play
Cody Gakpo (L) of the Netherlands controls the ball away from Poland's Szymon Zurkowski during their UEFA Nations League match at the Stadium Feijenoord on 11 June 2022. Photo: Perry vd Leuvert
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Cody scored his first senior international goal in a 4-0 victory over Montenegro in the 2022 World Cup qualifying on 4 September 2021. He is one of the young prospects expected to lead the Holand team to glory in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Honours and awards

The speedy winger has won multiple titles with his club, PSV. He even assisted a goal in their 5-3 victory over Ajax to win the 2022 KNVB Cup final on 30 July 2022.

  • Eredivisie (2017-18)
  • KNVB Cup (2021-22)
  • Johan Cruyff Shield (2021-22)
  • Dutch Footballer of the Year award (2021-22)

What is Cody Gakpo's style of play?

Cody Gakpo's position is primarily on the left wing, where he likes to cut inside on his favoured right foot. He can also play on the left of a front three and upfront. His outstanding dribbling skills and electric speed enable him to get into the central, where he can either get a shot away or set up a teammate.

How much does Cody Gakpo earn?

Cody Gakpo's salary is estimated at $8,900 weekly and about $465k annually. He has accumulated a net worth of around $1.5 million. Meanwhile, Cody Gakpo's value is around $30.5 million. His contract with PSV expires on 30 June 2026.

House and cars

The Eindhoven native may have made a lot of wealth in his life, but there are no details about him owning a house. However, in October 2021, he posted his photo in a car believed to be his.

Who is Cody Gakpo's agent?

The winger is represented by the Sports Entertainment Group (SEG). The company is based in the Netherlands and represents Manchester United's manager Erik ten Hag, among other sports personalities.

Cody Gakpo's transfer news

Cody Gakpo's Manchester United links have attracted traction in the transfer window. According to sources, the Red Devils are hoping to sign Gakpo to replace Cristiano Ronaldo, whose future with the club remains uncertain.

Cody Gakpo FIFA 22 rating

The Dutch star has an overall FIFA 22 rating of 81 with a potential of 86. He has a medium work rate and 3-star skill moves. His best stats include:

  • Sprint Speed: 87
  • Dribbling: 85
  • Acceleration: 85
  • Shot Power: 84
  • Ball Control: 82

Cody Gakpo's stats, honours and awards truly reflect his talent and skills. Many clubs will keep tabs on him if he fails to move to Man United. Fortunately, he is still young and has room to improve.

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Claudia Kogi is a Kenyan content creator with over 3 years of experience. Claudia joined Sportsbrief.com as a writer in January 2022, covering sports and relatable content.