In This Article

  • Manchester United's Pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres
  • Gyokeres' Impressive Season at Sporting CP
  • Arsenal in Advanced Talks with Sporting CP for Gyokeres
  • Manchester United's Alternative Striker Options
  • Transfer Window Updates and Manchester United's Quest for a New Striker

Key Takeaways

  • Viktor Gyokeres has agreed to a five-year deal with Arsenal.
  • Ruben Amorim, Manchester United's manager, is actively seeking a new striker.
  • Gyokeres scored 54 goals in 52 appearances for Sporting CP last season.
  • Manchester United may consider Ollie Watkins and Benjamin Sesko as alternatives for a new striker.
  • Victor Osimhen's wage demands are considered too high for Manchester United, and a move for Hugo Ekitike is unlikely unless Eintracht Frankfurt lower their €100m asking price.

Manchester United fans may have to prepare for a change in their forward line as reports suggest one of their top targets, Viktor Gyokeres, has agreed to a five-year deal with Arsenal. Ruben Amorim, the United manager, has been actively seeking a new striker for his squad and Gyokeres, the Swedish international, has been identified as the ideal candidate.

Gyokeres' impressive performance last season at Sporting CP, where he scored an astounding 54 goals in 52 appearances, has caught the attention of several Premier League clubs. However, it appears that Arsenal is now in advanced talks with Sporting CP to secure his signature.

According to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Arsenal is close to finalizing a deal for Gyokeres, with a five-year contract already agreed upon. Tavolieri took to social media to share this update, stating, "Arsenal Football Club now in advanced talks with Sporting CP in order to find a deal for Viktor Gykeres. Gunners feels like they touching the final line on that case. 5 years deal already agreed. Sesko's moving away."

Manchester United had initially shown interest in Gyokeres, but the lack of Champions League qualification and the subsequent reported preference of Gyokeres for Arsenal have made a move to Old Trafford less likely. United will now consider other options as they continue their search for a new striker.

Ollie Watkins and Benjamin Sesko are among the potential alternatives currently being considered by the Red Devils. However, Victor Osimhen's wage demands are considered too high, and a move for Hugo Ekitike is unlikely unless Eintracht Frankfurt lower their €100m asking price.

Stay tuned for more updates as the summer transfer window unfolds and Manchester United continues its quest for a new striker.

Source: Manchester World