BREAKING NEWS: “I’d rather be his teammate than face him as an opponent,” declared Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres, as he revealed his preference for joining a specific club. This comes after Arsenal, despite making him look “ordinary,” expressed interest in the prolific forward, who has already scored over 50 goals this year.

Gyökeres Sets Sights on Manchester United Move Amid Arsenal and Chelsea Interest

Viktor Gyökeres is reportedly keen on a move to Manchester United, despite strong interest from Arsenal and Chelsea, following his impressive performances at Sporting Lisbon.

The Swedish forward has become one of Europe’s most sought-after strikers, thanks to his prolific form in Portugal. In his debut season at Sporting Lisbon, Gyökeres scored a staggering 43 goals in 50 games.

This season, he appears ready to surpass that tally, having already netted 24 goals in just 19 matches, including three hat-tricks—one notably against Manchester City in the Champions League.

The 26-year-old’s meteoric rise is all the more remarkable given he was playing in the Championship with Coventry City less than two years ago. His incredible goal-scoring ability has put him on the radar of Europe’s elite clubs, with Manchester United emerging as the frontrunner.

United’s pursuit of Gyökeres has gained traction, particularly after Ruben Amorim, his former manager at Sporting, assumed the helm at Old Trafford. United’s goal-scoring woes have been evident this season, with Marcus Rashford deployed as a striker in Amorim’s first game over natural forwards Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee.

Arsenal and Chelsea, meanwhile, are also in the market for attacking reinforcements. Arsenal, who have faced similar struggles in their forward line, explored options like Newcastle’s Alexander Isak during the summer.

Chelsea, on the other hand, missed out on Victor Osimhen in the transfer window and remain keen to bolster their attack.

With a release clause set at £65 million, Gyökeres is expected to generate significant interest ahead of January. Reports suggest he prefers Manchester United, seeing a reunion with Amorim at Old Trafford as a perfect opportunity to elevate his career, even if Arsenal and Chelsea are currently higher in the league standings.

Gyökeres was instrumental in Sporting Lisbon’s Primeira Liga triumph last season, and the team now leads the league by six points while sitting second in their Champions League group.

Former Premier League stars have also endorsed Gyökeres. William Gallas believes Arsenal have “no chance” of signing him, while Tim Sherwood insists Gyökeres is a “must” for United, highlighting the club’s urgent need for attacking depth.

With his proven quality in English football and Europe, Gyökeres could be the solution to Manchester United’s scoring struggles.