Sporting’s prolific striker Viktor Gyokeres is convinced that the next chapter of his career will unfold in the Premier League.
Sources close to TBR Football reveal that despite interest from across Europe, the 27-year-old Swede is firmly planning on playing in England next season.
Gyokeres has made it clear to Sporting’s board that he wants to make the leap to England.
With an exceptional record of 97 goals in 102 games over two seasons, including 54 goals in 52 matches last term, he’s in prime position to command attention from elite clubs.
Arsenal are leading the race to sign Gyokeres
Following talks with Arsenal, he now believes that Premier League football is within reach.
While Manchester United remain in contention, it’s Arsenal who appear to have edged ahead..
Gyokeres’ camp and Sporting president Frederico Varandas have recently locked horns over the fee, after he felt there had been a gentleman’s agreement to let him go for around €70 million, well below the €100 million release clause.
Graeme Bailey, TBR Football’s chief correspondent, indicates that while Gyökeres is confident of an England move.
“Speaking to sources, Gyokeres is convinced that he is moving this summer and he believes he will be in England – not that he has ruled out other countries, it is just where he believes he will be playing.
“He did make it clear from the start that a deal with Saudi Arabia’s Pro League was not a consideration despite them making an approach this month.
“Arsenal and Man United are in constant contact, the lines of communication with those two clubs has been ongoing for months.
“The player’s representatives are working hard on his future, but there is no deadline here – it could be this month, but likely July I am told before something is agreed, but there is no panic. They are calm.”
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