Arsenal target Viktor Gyokeres is reportedly set to refuse to show up in pre-season training for Sporting CP. As reported by transfer guru Fabrizio Romano on X, the Sweden international is looking to force a move to the Emirates.
Romano has revealed that Gyokeres will not join Sporting CP's training today, tomorrow or at any moment this summer. He reportedly only wants to join Mikel Arteta's side and has told the Sporting CP president of his wish. Romano wrote on X:
"Viktor Gyökeres will not show up in training at Sporting today, tomorrow or at any moment this summer. His decision is clear as reported during the week: he only wants Arsenal, it’s over with Sporting. Gyökeres also informed Sporting president about that 5 days ago."
Gyokeres has been on fire for Sporting CP since joining the Portuguese giants in 2023 from Championship side Coventry City. He has amassed 97 goals and 28 assists in 102 appearances for the club which makes him arguably the most lethal striker in Europe.
The Swedish attacker has been heavily linked with Arsenal in recent weeks but the Gunners have failed to make progress during their negotiations with Sporting. The Portuguese outfit are reportedly adamant that they want €80 million (£68.6 million) for the striker, which the Gunners are unwilling to match.
Arsenal target could be set to join rivals after fail to make progress in transfer negotiations: Reports
In-demand Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres is reportedly considering a move to Manchester United. The Sweden international was keen on joining Arsenal but the Gunners have failed to make any progress in negotiations with Sporting CP.
Sporting reportedly demand €80 million for Gyokeres with €70 million upfront and €10 million in add-ons. However, Mikel Arteta's side have offered €65 million upfront and €15 million in add-ons, putting the deal up in the air.
As reported by Portuguese media outlet Correiro da Manha via Metro, Gyokeres is now considering Manchester United as an option. The Red Devils were always keen on the 27-year-old but the player reportedly favoured Arsenal because of Champions League football.
The striker already has a good relationship with Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim who signed him at Sporting CP. He played 68 times under the Portuguese manager scoring 66 times and providing 23 assists in the process.