Man United want Viktor Gyokeres! Initial talks have begun with Sporting CP as Ruben Amorim seeks a summer reunion with the Swedish star, as Manchester City also push up efforts to sign the 26-year-old

Manchester United has reportedly initiated talks with Sporting CP about signing Viktor Gyokeres next summer, according to a recent report.

Có thể là hình ảnh về 1 người, đang chơi bóng đá, đang chơi bóng bầu dục và văn bản

What Happened? Florian Plettenberg states that United has begun discussions with Sporting regarding Gyokeres. The 26-year-old has been in exceptional form this season, netting 24 goals in 21 appearances as he flourished under now-United manager Ruben Amorim.

Có thể là hình ảnh về 3 người, mọi người đang chơi bóng đá, mọi người đang chơi bóng bầu dục và văn bản

The Bigger Picture According to the source, United will need to secure additional funding if they wish to acquire Gyokeres, and they are likely to face competition from Manchester City. Pep Guardiola’s side suffered a 4-1 defeat to Sporting in the Champions League earlier this season, with Gyokeres scoring three goals in that match.

Có thể là hình ảnh về 1 người, đang chơi bóng đá, đang chơi bóng bầu dục và văn bản

Did You Know? The Swedish international has previously played in England, making 116 appearances for Coventry City and scoring 43 goals. He also had a brief stint at Brighton, where he made eight appearances and scored once.

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What Is Next? Gyokeres will aim to maintain his goal-scoring form as both City and United express interest. It remains uncertain whether Amorim’s side can retain his signature amid this competition.

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