'That won’t help': Winger who wants to be next Neymar urged to avoid Liverpool transfer
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Mika Godts has been warned against joining Liverpool amid Cody Gakpo’s struggles at Anfield.After the sale of Luis Diaz, the Dutch winger has been a regular feature under Arne Slot this season.However, Liverpool fans have grown frustrated by Gakpo amid his insistence on cutting inside and shooting all the time. He was once again far from his best last time out against Nottingham Forest, with Jamie Carragher saying Rio Ngumoha did more in 13 minutes than the senior winger, who started the match.Mika Godts told he should not sign for LiverpoolNow, amid Gakpo’s struggles, another Eredivisie talent has been urged against a move to Anfield.In a previous interview with HLN, Mika Godts expressed his desire to be like Neymar.He said: “I’ve always looked up to Neymar.
For me, he’s the best left forward ever. Actually, I still want to be him.”An exciting challenge for a player, which could suggest he is going to have a bright future ahead of him.However, when speaking to Voetbal Primeur, Valentijn Driessen has now told Godts he should not move to Liverpool, as he would not fare any better than Gakpo.He stated: “Where is his ceiling?
He’s not going to play much better than Gakpo.” CHANGE MY MIND: Rio Ngumoha needs to go out on loan next season ✈️ Where would be the ideal destination? Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images Godts is currently on the books of Ajax, who he joined as a youngster from Genk in 2023.Now 20, he has been promoted to the senior team and has already made 99 appearances for the Dutch powerhouse.In said ties, he has scored 21 goals and provided 20 assists, really hitting his stride in the current campaign.2025/26 has seen Godts notch 23 goal contributions in 32 matches, all while playing on the left wing.Fans may wish to see him signed to replace Gakpo, but if the player listens to Driessen’s advice, that won’t be happening anytime soon.Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox