FULL AGREEMENT REACHED: Manchester United reached full agreement to sign another player as the Reds are tirelessly working to seal two signings today
After months of speculation, Manchester United have reportedly launched talks with Sporting CP bomber Viktor Gyokeres.
The striker has been linked with a move to the Red Devils ever since Ruben Amorim set foot at Carrington back in November.
These links shouldn’t come as a shock to anyone. After all, United have been crying out for a devastating centre-back, especially amidst Rasmus Hojlund’s struggles, and the Swede was absolutely terrific during his time under Amorim.
And yet, the Premier League giants turned their attention towards other targets, the likes of Liam Delap and Victor Osimhen.
Man United make initial contact with Viktor Gyokeres
Nevertheless, Man Utd have seemingly rekindled their interest in Gyokeres over the past few days, and Sky Sports journalists Dharmesh Sheth and Lyall Thomas reveal that the two parties have finally started negotiating.
“Manchester United have made an initial approach for Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres through intermediaries, Sky Sports News has been told,” reveals the source.
“United are exploring the conditions of a potential deal. Head coach Ruben Amorim is a big admirer of Gyokeres, having managed him at Sporting.”
Gyokeres has been superb this term, as Amorim’s mid-season exit hardly affected his form. The centre-forward, who has been hailed as ‘unstoppable’, netted 54 goals in 52 appearances.
United want Gyokeres regardless of Hojlund’s fate
The same report adds that United are determined to land a new striker, whether Hojlund stays at Old Trafford or ends up sealing a transfer (he’s being heavily linked with Serie A clubs, especially Inter Milan).
“United are in the market for a striker regardless of Rasmus Hjolund’s future. The Danish international said he is not considering leaving the club and will fight for his place next season. United are looking at a number of players in that position.”
That being said, Hojlund’s exit would certainly provide a financial boost for United who are operating on a limited budget due to the lack of Champions League football.
This sale would cover a large part of Gyokeres’ transfer fee. The Swede should be available for circa £60 million thanks to a gentlman’s agreement with Sporting who vowed to let him leave this summer.
