Gyokeres Clarifies Arsenal Transfer Rumors
Reasons Behind Gyokeres' Arsenal Transfer Miss
Swedish international Viktor Gyokeres, who has been in sensational form this season, explained that his £100million release clause likely deterred a move to Arsenal FC this summer. Although he was a sought-after forward option for the Gunners, they opted for Raheem Sterling, who joined from Chelsea FC on transfer deadline day.
Performance and Future Considerations
After an impressive 2023-24 season in Portugal, amassing 43 goals and 15 assists, Gyokeres continues to impress, scoring seven goals in his first four outings this season. He was also pursued by Chelsea, which made a bid worth £73m that Sporting Lisbon rejected.
Staying Competitive at Sporting Lisbon
Gyokeres acknowledged that his hefty release clause was likely a barrier, stating, “Of course it’s a lot of money. But we’ll see what happens next window.” He has expressed satisfaction with his current club, emphasizing his commitment while remaining open to potential future opportunities.
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