“He’s Like A Young Thierry Henry”: Troy Deeney Compares Cody Gakpo To Arsenal Legend After Man Utd Thumping

Following Liverpool’s 7-0 thrashing of Manchester United last night, Troy Deeney has compared Reds forward Cody Gakpo to a ‘young’ Thierry Henry.

Cody Gakpo was in fine form yesterday evening, netting a brace for Liverpool against bitter rivals Manchester United.

Both goals were of fantastic quality, as the Reds ran out as 7-0 winners at Anfield.

For his first, the Dutchman was played in behind brilliantly by Andy Robertson. The forward tricked the United defence, cutting inside and curling home the opener just before the half-time break.

WHAT A FINISH FROM CODY GAKPO 👏👏 pic.twitter.com/FsymQuFObF

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) March 5, 2023

His second of the evening was arguably an even better finish. Mohamed Salah turned Lisandro Martinez inside out, before laying off to Gakpo who chipped David de Gea with the slickest of finishes.

Gakpo adds a THIRD with stunning finish past De Gea 🤯✅ pic.twitter.com/n6zPLlB7HF

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) March 5, 2023

The 23-year-old now has four Premier League goals, netting the first two against Everton and Newcastle United last month.

Despite a slow start to life in England, Gakpo now looks to be settling and is providing returns for Jurgen Klopp.

His recent performances haven’t gone unnoticed either, with former Premier League striker Troy Deeney drawing comparisons to Arsenal icon Thierry Henry.

Troy Deeney’s Comments

The former Watford striker was a pundit on Match of the Day 2 last night, and was full of praise for Liverpool’s new frontline.