Viktor Gyokeres, with an astounding record of 80 goals and 24 assists in 89 games, is set to transform Manchester United’s striking options.
Fotnet24.net brings you the latest transfer buzz as Sporting CP prepares to offload Viktor Gyokeres for a fee that undercuts his €100m release clause. The club is ready to part ways with its rising star amid intense European scrutiny.
Gyokeres has burst onto the scene since his 2023 switch from Coventry City to Sporting CP. He has impressed fans by scoring 80 goals and providing 24 assists in just 89 matches, a record that puts him among Europe’s most feared forwards.
His success in Portugal blossomed under manager Ruben Amorim. The striker thrived in an attacking system that allowed him to exploit spaces and unsettle opposing defenses consistently.
Manchester United, now hunting for a new striker, have seen Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee struggle to make an impact. Their tight budget means the discounted fee for Gyokeres is a golden opportunity, despite his high official release clause.
Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano recently revealed a secret pact among Gyokeres, his agents, and Sporting’s president. This agreement will see the transfer fee drop to between €65m and €75m, a dramatic reduction from the official figure.
United currently sit 14th in the Premier League and are fighting to secure European competition. Their promising Europa League campaign, highlighted by a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad, offers a lifeline that could reshape their future.
Additional reports indicate midfielder Kobbie Mainoo plans to reject a contract extension. This decision adds to the speculation that United’s transfer window may bring sweeping changes as the club seeks to rebuild under challenging circumstances.
