Mikel Arteta avoids discussing Viktor Gyokeres before important match
- Viktor Gyokeres has scored 67 goals in 69 matches for Sporting Lisbon since his arrival from Coventry.
- Mikel Arteta praised the team without specifically analyzing Gyokeres ahead of their Champions League match.
- Speculation about Gyokeres' future continues, with interest from several Premier League clubs.
In Portugal, Viktor Gyokeres has gained significant attention for his outstanding performance since joining Sporting Lisbon from Coventry. Over the past 18 months, he has netted an impressive 67 goals in just 69 matches. His remarkable form has led to interest from top clubs including Manchester United, Arsenal, and Manchester City. As Arsenal prepared for a crucial Champions League match against Sporting Lisbon, manager Mikel Arteta acknowledged Gyokeres' impact but chose not to focus on the player individually. Instead, Arteta emphasized teamwork and the effectiveness of the Sporting side as a whole. Meanwhile, speculation continues about Gyokeres' future, with Manchester United's new manager, Ruben Amorim, hinting at potential future interest in him. Gyokeres himself has stated he has not had any discussions with Amorim about a transfer to United, but the speculation around his future remains a topic of interest among fans and analysts alike.