The race to sign Viktor Gyokeres takes a fresh turn as Manchester United get a significant update.

Manchester United and Arsenal’s ambitions to sign Viktor Gyokeres have been impacted as a new competitor joins the race to secure his transfer this summer. The Swedish forward, currently with Sporting Clube de Portugal, has had an outstanding season with 43 goals and 11 assists in 43 games. Sporting, aware of his imminent departure, is reportedly willing to let him go for a fee lower than his £83.6 million release clause, around £50-60 million, as a gesture of appreciation for his contributions.

United’s former coach, Ruben Amorim, who worked with Gyokeres at Sporting, is eager to bring him to Old Trafford, while Arsenal is focusing on acquiring a top-tier striker after injury setbacks to key players. Both clubs are vying for his signature, but Al Qadsiah, a Saudi Pro League club, has entered the race, reportedly willing to offer a higher bid, potentially altering the dynamics.

Despite the growing interest from Saudi Arabian clubs, Gyokeres seems focused on a European move, with top clubs like Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Real Madrid, Barcelona, PSG, and Bayern Munich reportedly in the mix. His next move could be crucial as it will define his career path. The summer transfer window is shaping up to be a delicate negotiation between Gyokeres’ aspirations and Sporting’s financial goals.