Viktor Gyokeres: Arsenal and Chelsea striker target breaks silence on Premier League links
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Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres || Image credit: Imago

Viktor Gyokeres: Arsenal and Chelsea striker target breaks silence on Premier League links

Faruq Ibrahim 18:47 - 20.03.2024

Viktor Gyokeres addresses the Arsenal transfer rumours while emphasising his commitment to Sporting Lisbon’s success.

High-flying Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres has recently sparked buzz in the football world, with reports linking him to a potential £85 million move to Premier League giants, Arsenal.

Gyokeres, who has been in impressive form at Sporting Lisbon, addressed the transfer speculations during an interview while on international duty.

Gyokeres on His Current Focus and Future Plans

In a candid interview with the Swedish press, Gyokeres shared his perspective on the ongoing transfer rumours surrounding his career. He emphasised his current priority, stating, "I want to win the league and the cup with Sporting – that’s where I’m putting all my energy and strength."

While acknowledging the speculation surrounding a potential move to Arsenal, Gyokeres expressed a mix of optimism and caution about the future, mentioning, "It’s just speculation, but it’s good and fun to talk about. We’ll see what happens in the summer; I don’t know what will happen. But I really like Sporting and I don’t feel stressed at all for what’s to come."

Viktor Gyokeres for Sporting this season || Imago
Viktor Gyokeres for Sporting this season || Imago

Arsenal's Striking Options and Transfer Speculations

With Arsenal's current first-team squad featuring notable names like Gabriel Jesus, Eddie Nketiah, and Kai Havertz for the center-forward position, speculation has been rife about a potential revamp in their attacking line.

Despite rumors during the January transfer window hinting at a search for a new striker, manager Mikel Arteta opted to retain the squad as is. However, as the summer transfer window looms, hints of potential incoming transfers, including Gyokeres, are beginning to surface.

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