Arsenal and Chelsea Suffer Setback in Pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres
Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres has dealt a blow to Arsenal and Chelsea in their search for attacking reinforcements in the January transfer window. Despite being among their top targets, Gyokeres has confirmed that he will stay at Sporting until the end of the season, expressing his love for playing in Portugal.
In an interview with Record, Gyokeres stated that he is happy at Sporting and is not concerned about any interested parties at the moment. He compared the situation to when Sporting signed him, emphasizing his enjoyment of every day at the club and his focus on the present.
When asked directly if he can promise fans that he will stay at Sporting for the rest of the campaign, Gyokeres affirmed his commitment, stating that this is where he wants to stay.
However, Arsenal and Chelsea face a challenging task if they want to secure the former Coventry star’s services, as he has a release clause worth £87 million. This significant price tag makes landing Gyokeres difficult for both clubs.
Despite this setback, Arsenal and Chelsea are exploring other options for center-forwards, including Brentford’s Ivan Toney and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen. However, these players also come with similar asking prices to Gyokeres.
Gyokeres’ decision to remain at Sporting Lisbon is understandable considering his impressive performance this season. With 17 goals and eight assists in 20 appearances across all competitions, he has proven himself as a valuable asset for the Portuguese club.
In conclusion, Arsenal and Chelsea will need to reassess their options as they continue their search for attacking reinforcements in the January transfer window. While Gyokeres remains a target, his commitment to Sporting Lisbon and his high release clause make securing his services challenging.