After a historic 53-goal season with Sporting CP, Viktor Gyokeres has become one of the most pursued strikers in Europe, drawing firm interest from Arsenal, Manchester United, and Atletico Madrid. A summer bidding war now feels inevitable.
Arsenal have already submitted a formal offer worth €55 million with an additional €10 million in add-ons. That bid was rejected by Sporting, but sporting director Andrea Berta is expected to return with an improved proposal to push the deal forward.
Tensions are rising between Sporting CP and Gyokeres’ camp, with the player and his representatives reportedly angered over unmet expectations regarding his transfer fee. The fallout has created an opening for clubs to capitalize—but Arsenal remain in pole position due to their Champions League qualification.
While United still hold an interest in Gyokeres, they have begun shifting their focus to Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, who has re-emerged as a serious target. United’s search for a top-class centre forward is urgent, especially after being outpaced by Arsenal in the Gyokeres pursuit.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid and Chelsea are both closely monitoring developments. Gyokeres’ explosive goal-scoring run—53 goals and 12 assists in 51 appearances—has elevated him into elite territory, making him a top-tier name on the summer market.
The striker sweepstakes are heating up fast, and with loyalty winning out over oil money in other transfer sagas this summer, ambition is once again leading the way.