The Gunners are getting closer to signing Swedish international Victor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon. With reports coming in and confirming that the Swedish striker is currently refusing to attend the pre-season. As he wants to join the Gunners before the start of the next season he is refusing training to make the move happen. Fabrizio Romano and Graeme have stated that Gyökeres hopes to fly to London early next week. He has already agreed on personal terms reportedly having already agreed on a five-year contract with the Gunners. This marks a major boost in the transfer talks, as Arsenal look to add an excellent striker for the next season. With the Gunners’ current attacking lineup filled with players like Gabriel Jesus’ suffering from injuries. Their current lineup needs a primary striker to make their squad more capable. As Arteta’s men look to chase another season of Champions League and Premier League.
Gyökeres refuses to train to push move:
Gyökeres has made it clear to the authorities of Sporting that he will not return to Sporting’s pre-season. With the player’s camp informing the authorities of Sporting like the club’s president Frederico Varandas. He will not be part of the club anymore and pushes for a move to new challenges in his career. But Sporting have responded hardly on the player’s decision and have warned him he would be punished severely for his actions. They may dismiss him without any fee for his remaining contract and current dues. This move can be very dangerous as it risks a drop in the market value for the player. It can even drop to zero value for the player. If Sporting terminates his contract it would be very dangerous for the player. As for Gyökeres, he pushes for a move to new challenges.
Arsenal striker solution for Gyökeres :
Securing Gyökeres would be a major boost for the Gunners going into the next season. They already need a capable centre-forward for the next season. He was last season Europe’s top scorer in terms of goals. Scoring a total of 54 goals in only 52 games for the club last season. The 27-year-old has already shown the world his excellent finishing, movements, and physical strength. He contains the entire of skills required for a striker. Especially for moving into the Premier League, he needs experience. He has already played for Brighton in the season of 2023-24 season and has experience. With his presence in the team, it will help the team in terms of attacking with a permanent striker. In the presence of wonderful players like Saka, Ødegaard, and Martinelli who can create chances for him. Making the team more lethal in attacks.
Gyökeres wishes to join the club:
He has openly stated in the media that take up new challenges for the next season. As he wants to join a “club that really wants him”. Highlighting the Gunners’ desire to bring in the player before the end of the summer window. But except for Arsenal, Manchester United, the Red Devils are also in for the player. As former coach Ruben Amorim also sees the player as a major addition to his squad. But Arsenal are the current front-runners of this deal. As Gyökeres is also excited to be part of the Gunners’ project for the next season. They will also enjoy European nights. Already adding in quality players with the likes of Madueke, Norgaard, Zubimendi, and Kepa. They are also considering the option of Rodrygo from Real Madrid.
Author’s opinion:
This transfer highlights and reflects the potential benefits and risks that are included in pursuing Gyökeres. Arsenal needs to make this deal complete quickly or else they have to either bring in new experience or suffer like they did last season. So they should make this deal complete quickly for a stronger squad going into the next season.
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