According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal are leading the chase for 26-year-old Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres, who is also attracting interest from Liverpool. With the final month of the summer transfer window approaching, the Gunners appear to be in the strongest position to secure the Swedish international, who has a release clause of €100 million.
The Rise of Viktor Gyokeres
Since joining Sporting CP from Coventry City last summer, Viktor Gyokeres has developed into a prolific striker. While he showed promise during his time with the EFL Championship club, he did not consistently score goals. However, at Sporting CP, the 26-year-old has flourished, matching his goal tally from Coventry by netting 43 goals and providing 17 assists in 50 appearances so far. His impressive performance has drawn the attention of several top European clubs.
Interest from Premier League Giants
Gyokeres’s rise has not gone unnoticed, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur all expressing interest. A return to the Premier League seems likely, although his €100 million release clause presents a significant hurdle for potential buyers.
Arsenal’s pursuit of Gyokeres makes sense given their need for a reliable striker. The Gunners have been looking for options in the transfer market due to the inconsistent performances of Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah. Gyokeres has emerged as a prime target, and reports indicate Arsenal are leading the race to sign him.
Liverpool also considered making a move for Gyokeres, potentially hijacking Arsenal’s bid. However, the steep €100 million release clause has complicated matters for the Reds, making it unlikely they will proceed with the transfer.
With Arsenal currently in the pole position to sign Viktor Gyokeres, it will be intriguing to see if they can fend off competition and secure the Swedish striker. Sporting CP is expected to demand close to the €100 million release clause to part ways with Gyokeres this summer. The coming weeks will determine if Arsenal can finalize the deal and bring Gyokeres to the Emirates Stadium.
