Amazing news hits Man United as one of the main target Informs his current club that He Has No Intention of Playing for the Club Again as he prepares for his next challenge in his new club.
Viktor Gyökeres has reportedly told Sporting CP that he will no longer feature for the club following a dispute over a promised transfer deal that has since unraveled. The Swedish striker, 27, had a verbal agreement with the club to depart this summer for €60 million plus €10 million in performance-related bonuses. However, Sporting’s president, Frederico Varandas, has now raised the asking price to €80 million, a move Gyökeres sees as a betrayal of the original understanding.
According to Portuguese outlet Record, Gyökeres has made it clear to the club that he has no intention of returning to the Estádio José Alvalade. He reportedly views the revised terms as a breach of a gentleman’s agreement established last September, one that guaranteed his exit if the original fee was met. While Sporting CP has yet to issue an official response, Varandas is expected to speak publicly at an event in Leiria, which could shed more light on the situation.
Sources say Gyökeres is even willing to cut short his holiday in Sweden to voice his side of the story publicly, having so far remained silent out of respect for the club’s fans. The fallout comes at a time when several major clubs are circling. Al-Hilal, Juventus, Arsenal, and Manchester United are all reportedly monitoring his availability.
Despite Al-Hilal’s lucrative £570,000-a-week offer, Gyökeres is said to favor a move within Europe. Juventus may struggle to meet his wage demands due to budget limitations, leaving Premier League sides as the leading contenders. Arsenal, though linked, appear to be prioritizing RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško, which could give Manchester United the edge.
At United, the presence of Rúben Amorim, who coached Gyökeres at Sporting, could prove to be a significant advantage. The striker thrived under Amorim’s system, contributing 43 goals and 15 assists last season, and he would not need time to adapt to the manager’s tactical approach. The club is in need of a reliable No. 9 and is currently exploring options, with Joshua Zirkzee and Victor Osimhen also under consideration.
United’s transfer strategy might depend on outgoing deals, including the potential exits of Mason Greenwood, Jadon Sancho, and Anthony Martial. Nonetheless, securing Gyökeres could serve as a bold statement and a quicker solution compared to more complicated negotiations with other targets. There’s also a belief that Sporting may ultimately settle for a figure closer to the original €60–70 million, especially if they want to avoid further unrest. Structured payments, bonuses, or player swaps could also help bridge the financial gap.
As the situation unfolds, all eyes will be on Varandas’ public statement and any moves from Arsenal or United. The relationship between Amorim and Gyökeres may well be the key factor if Manchester United decide to press forward decisively and wrap up a deal before their rivals make a move.
