Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres could set in motion a significant transfer chain if he chooses to join Arsenal this summer.
The Gunners are actively on the hunt for a new attacking striker in the upcoming transfer window, and have now sharpened their search for Gyökeres following concerns about the finances of a transfer for Newcastle’s Alexander Isak.
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If you thought this Premier League season was tough, next season will be even tougher.
Why is Gyökeres so sought after?
- 26-year-old Swedish national team player
- 42 goals in 42 games in all competitions this season
- One of Europe’s hottest strikers after a crash in Portugal
According to The Athletic, a possible move to Arsenal will have ripple effects for both Chelsea and Manchester United:
Manchester United’s options:
- Liam Delap (Hull City, on loan from Man City)
- Victor Osimhen (Napoli) – possible swap for Alejandro Garnacho
- Ruben Amorim (Man Utd’s potential new manager) wants to reunite with Gyökeres, but United fear high demands and a lack of Champions League factor.
Chelsea’s possible solutions:
- Benjamin Šeško (RB Leipzig) – followed for three years
- Jonathan David (Lille) – will be free in July
- Also interested in Delap
Manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Arsenal will be very active this summer, with new sporting director Andrea Berta ready to approve several big signings. The goal is to win the Premier League for the first time since 2004.
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What now?
If Gyökeres signs for Arsenal, it could trigger a chain reaction that affects several top clubs’ transfer strategies. Will this be the biggest domino effect of the summer?
And Sporting, they will have money on their books and a clear plan to find a new goal machine they can sell dearly in a year or two.
