In-demand Gyökeres issues transfer message for January window

The 26-year-old striker shared his thoughts on his future after taking part in Sweden's UEFA Nations League win.

There is a striker who is attracting a lot of attention due to his remarkable form at Sporting Lisbon and his impressive goal-scoring ability in both the Portuguese Primeira Liga and with the Swedish national team. This is Viktor Gyökeres, who has everything it takes to become a top target in the coming transfer windows and could soon join a more high-profile club.

Following another standout performance with the Swedish national team in the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League, the 26-year-old forward spoke to the media and shared some intriguing insights into his future. In an interview with Fotbollskanaal, he discussed the departure of Rúben Amorim to the Premier League.

“Join Amorim at Manchester United? He probably already has attackers there,” Gyökeres noted, clearly prepared for the question. “It is sad to see him leave Sporting, but we obviously understand his decision. He has been the key for me. Amorim gave me the opportunity and helped me develop.”

These comments come as speculation arose over the forward and a possible move to Old Trafford, following the official announcement that the Portuguese coach signed a contract with the Red Devils.

However, his next statements cooled the idea of ​​a possible winter transfer departure from Sporting.

“I want to finish this season at Sporting. I love being here. A new club? We'll see when the time comes. I want to play; that is fundamental to me. There will also be other factors to take into account.”

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The forward is among the top scorers in the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League group stage after ending his season in League C with five goals and three assists. He wants to play a key role in helping Sweden secure their place in League B at the next edition of the European national team competition.

While it is true that there were differences in the levels of competition compared to Cristiano Ronaldo with Portugal (League A) and Erling Haaland with Norway (League B), Gyökeres can proudly claim that he finished with the same number of goals as the legendary Portuguese forward, with just one behind the prolific Norwegian striker.