Manchester United have an “advantage” to sign Viktor Gyokeres
manchester united They are reportedly in an advantageous position to sign Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres, according to a Spanish outlet. Transfers.
After moving to the José Alvalade Stadium from Coventry City last year, the 26-year-old has enjoyed a stellar spell at the Lions under Ruben Amorim in recent campaigns.
In 50 appearances in all competitions, he scored 43 goals and provided 15 assists for Sporting last season. Additionally, he guided his team to win the Primeira Liga title.
Now, the Sweden international has continued his impressive performances this campaign as well, contributing 27 goals in 18 games in all competitions.
So, following the appointment of Amorim as United's new manager, speculation has begun to arise regarding Gyokeres' possible move to Old Trafford before the upcoming January window.
Gyokeres to Manchester United
Now, Transfers He states that the 'red devils' want to reinforce the first line by signing a new striker and believe that Gyokeres is an “ideal” option. The Sporting star has been attracted by the prospect of reuniting with his former manager and Amorim is also interested in bringing him to Man Utd.
Report says Chelsea are also interested in buying Gyokeres, but record first division Champions have a certain “advantage” over the blues to close the deal.
The Swede has an £84million release clause included in his current contract, but the player has an agreement with the Lions to leave the club next summer and take the next step in his career for a reduced fee of at least 50 million pounds.
During a recent interview, Amorim ruled out the possibility of signing Gyokeres in January, but did not do the same about a possible summer transfer.
Man Utd currently have Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee as center forward options, but neither of them have managed to show their best level in front of goal so far this season.
Therefore, signing a new striker would be the right decision if neither Hojlund nor Zirkzee can improve before the end of this season. Gyokeres has shown his goalscoring prowess of late, so it would be a huge coup for Man Utd if they manage to lure him to Old Trafford.
