Viktor Gyökeres Decides on Transfer Amid Arsenal and Man Utd Interest, Sporting Open to Lower Price Negotiations
VIKTOR GYOKERES has chosen to take the plunge into the Premier League and has already made his club selection.
The 26-year-old has garnered significant interest following his 2023 transfer to Sporting Lisbon from Coventry, where he netted 95 goals in 99 matches in Portugal.
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Arsenal and Manchester United are particularly interested as the entire league seeks strikers.
Reports indicate that Gyokeres possesses an £85 million release clause.
However, it is believed that Sporting would entertain offers around £58 million.
According to talkSPORT, Arsenal currently has the advantage in negotiations.
The North London club is gearing up for a significant summer overhaul following another trophyless season, pinpointing the striker position as a crucial area to address.
Kai Havertz has been attempting to cover the center-forward role but underwent hamstring surgery in early February and has yet to return.
Neither he nor fellow makeshift striker Gabriel Jesus can be considered natural forwards.
Despite sitting just shy of them, Arsenal has scored 17 fewer goals than league champions Liverpool.
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With Gyokeres poised to be the first player outside Europe’s top five leagues to clinch the European Golden Boot in 23 years, he could elevate the Gunners to new heights.
United have also shown interest, having netted only 42 goals this league season, as Hojlund and Zirkzee continue to adapt amidst injuries and inconsistency.
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The Red Devils have a connection to Sporting, as manager Ruben Amorim has previously collaborated with the forward in Portugal.
Gyokeres’ lowered asking price makes him an appealing target, particularly as Newcastle is likely to demand around £150 million for Alexander Isak, who has scored 23 league goals this season.
Gyokeres himself remains silent about any potential summer transfers, but Arsenal’s sporting director Berta is known to appreciate his skills.
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