“We suffered a loss against Fulham due to our lack of a striker. Rasmus Højlund’s injury had a significant impact and highlighted our deficiencies and areas for improvement. We require natural strikers rather than relying solely on Rashford.” – Manchester United, reportedly willing to meet a €100 million release clause to acquire a former Coventry star known for prolific goal-scoring, as he prepares to fulfill his dream of joining the club this summer.

“We lost to Fulham because we lacked a proper striker.

Rasmus Højlund’s absence due to injury was costly and prompted us to recognize our shortcomings and what we need to address.

We require natural strikers rather than relying solely on Rashford,” stated Manchester United.

 

Recent reports indicate that Manchester United is prepared to trigger the €100 million release clause to secure the services of former Coventry star Viktor Gyokeres this upcoming summer.

 

Gyokeres, currently playing for Sporting Lisbon in Portugal, made a significant move from Coventry last summer for a fee of £20 million.

His impactful performances were pivotal in Coventry’s advancement to the second division play-off final, where they were ultimately defeated by Luton at Wembley.

 

The 25-year-old Swedish striker has continued his prolific goal-scoring form in Portugal, registering 16 goals in just 20 Primeira Liga appearances this season, along with providing eight assists, including a memorable three-assist display against Estoril last month.

 

Gyokeres’ impressive statistics and versatility as a lone striker have captured the attention of Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag.

The prospect of forming a striking partnership with Rasmus Hojlund at Old Trafford further enhances his appeal.

 

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Manchester United is willing to meet Gyokeres’ substantial release clause of €100 million (£85 million) once the summer transfer window commences.

This figure exceeds the £64 million initially paid for Hojlund’s acquisition from Atalanta last year.

 

Despite the ongoing speculation surrounding his future, Gyokeres expressed his satisfaction at Sporting in December, stating, “I’m very happy here and I’m not concerned about any potential suitors at the moment.

I’m enjoying my time here every day and not focusing on external factors.”

 

While rumors of interest from other clubs persist, Gyokeres remains fully committed to Sporting and remains unfazed by external distractions.