Viktor Gyokeres is again in sensational form for Sporting Lisbon this season and is strongly connected to a move to Arsenal
Arsenal is strongly connected to a large movement for sporty Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres prior to the summer transfer window. The Swedish attacker has again been in productive form this season and scored 39 league goals to help exercise for the competition title.
Although he is left for three years on his contract in Lisbon, rumors about a switch to the Premier League will continue to be louder. It is clear that Arsenal leads the pursuit for the signature of the 26-year-old Swede.
The North London club has reportedly brought a tempting salary of £ 7 million a year after taxes for Gyokeres Gangel and have been prepared to make a formal offer to exercise with personal conditions that are reportedly arranged. It has been suggested that the reimbursement could be around £ 60 million, which would be under his release clause of £ 84 million (€ 100 million). Manchester United is also looking for fresh attacking talent, but I have not yet taken a step for Gyokees. Here we look at the situation as it looks now.
'On the way'
Portuguese Outlet O Jogo has claimed that a move for Gyokeres is imminent. Gyokeres had scored in the 2-0 victory of the club at Vitoria to achieve back-to-back League titles and was in the heart of parties at the Jose Alvalade Stadium. During his two -year spell in Portugal, the striker scored 96 goals in 101 games for the club.
While Sporting still has the Taca de Portugal final to concentrate on, O Jogo's front page was on Monday: “Swede on the way to Arsenal.” It is claimed that a £ 58.9 million deal has been concluded between the two clubs, and the only thing left is the agreement of personal conditions.
“He's ours”
Sportable boss Rui Borges was vocal during the campaign in his admiration for Gyokeres, and after securing the competition title against Vitoria, he refused to feel attracted about losing his steriker
In the aftermath of their triumph, Borges stated: “I am not going to sit here and talk about whether he is leaving or not, when he is our player. But I believe he is the best striker in Europe and perhaps in the world.
“I am happy for him and hope he can win the Golden Boot. He deserves it, for everything he has done for our team and all the hard work he did every day.
Gyokees: “It's Football”
In the meantime, Gyokers was reluctant when he was asked about the opportunity to leave, tell sports TV: “It's football, I am still here. I don't know what will happen. Nobody can predict the future.”
Goncalves signals the uncertain future of Gyokees
In the aftermath of their title of jubilations, Pedro Goncalves hinted at changes in the neighborhood, but gave a challenging message to supporters: “I just want to tell you something … They said we would never be champions without fans (during Covid), they said they said [Ruben] Amorim, they said we would never win the competition without [Hugo] Viana, “he said, as reported by Football.London.
“They say we won't be triple champions without Viktor [Gyokeres]. And now, what I want to say is that, we will see. “
Conrad Harder: “The best striker in the world”
Sports by Conrad Harder Praise praise about colleague Gyokeres in comments to the press and saying: “It's fantastic. I try to learn from him. He had a great season. He is the best striker in the world.”
Harder's comments reflect the ASK assignments from Gyokeres, so that fans are speculated about his next move.
'Excellent'
Miguel Simoes from Noticias Ao Minuto wrote: “Viktor Gyokeres was the striking player, not only for sport, but throughout the competition. His count of 39 goals overshadowed that of Rivals Vangelis Pavlidis (Benfica) and Samu Aghehowa (FC Porto), who both bought, who bore,” “”
'Beyond the figures'
Nuno Felix of Record written: “His target -stubborn bravery, in combination with his aggressive ball control and an imposing physicality, made him a threat both inside and outside the box. Moreover, his tactical adaptation and defending dedication made him an unrequent planting in Rui Borges' Squadron than he is now a much more rounded player.
“The influence of Gyokees extends beyond mere statistics. His work ethics, leadership and charisma have loved him by fans and teammates, which confirms his status as a club icon during his term of office.
“His characteristic celebration will be etched for years in memory. A release clause of € 100 million is expected to make a switch to Arsenal for around € 70 million, which marks one of the largest sale in the history of Sporting. Be sure to do more players of his caliber and impact.”
Gyokeres is in sparkling form this season and scored a remarkable 39 goals in just 33 league games. His general count for the season is an impressive 53 goals in 51 games in all competitions, a figure that could still increase as the sport is confronted on 25 May in the final of the Portugal in the Taça de Portugal.