Manchester United have reportedly established contact to explore the possibility of sealing a summer deal for Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres.
Gyokeres is currently one of the most in-demand players on the continent, following his heroics in front of goal over the last two seasons.
He bagged 43 times in 50 appearances across all competitions in his debut campaign at Estádio José Alvalade, to help Sporting win a 20th Portuguese top-flight title under Ruben Amorim. Gyokeres won six Player of the Month awards and the Primeira Liga Player of the Year prize as a result of his exploits.
This term, he has picked up where he left off. At the moment, the Sweden international has notched 24 goals and four assists in 21 matches.
This has seen Gyokeres linked to several top clubs in Europe including Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain.
He has also been strongly mentioned to be on United’s radar, largely thanks to Amorim’s recent appointment as club boss.
It’s believed that the 26-year-old will be allowed to leave Sporting for a fee significantly lower than his £80m release clause.
As the race to secure his service heats up, Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg reveals that United have fielded enquiries over his transfer situation.
According to Plettenberg [via X], “Manchester United have now made initial concrete talks regarding Viktor Gyökeres and a potential move in the summer.”
“The Red Devils are now fully involved.”
“However, this will require sales first!”
“Manchester City have also intensified their efforts in recent days. Hugo Viana is currently pushing hard in the pursuit of Gyökeres.”
🚨🔴 Manchester United have now made initial concrete talks regarding Viktor #Gyökeres and a potential move in the summer. The Red Devils are now fully involved. #MUFC
⚠️ However, this will require sales first!
Manchester City have also intensified their efforts in recent… pic.twitter.com/zS6BGPwAF4
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) December 2, 2024
It’s important to note that Gyokeres’ former employers – Coventry City – are in line to pocket ten percent of the difference between the £20million they sold Gyokeres for and any fee Sporting receives.
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