Viktor Gyokeres hints at leaving Sporting Lisbon after goal spree

Viktor Gyokeres has made a remarkable start to the 2024/25 season, netting six goals and providing three assists in just four matches for Sporting Lisbon. His impressive performance follows a prolific previous season, where he scored 43 goals in 50 appearances. Despite his current success, Gyokeres has hinted at the possibility of leaving Sporting Lisbon during the summer transfer window, raising interest from Premier League clubs Arsenal and Chelsea. Both Arsenal and Chelsea are actively seeking to bolster their attacking options before the transfer window closes on August 30. Gyokeres, alongside Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, has emerged as a top target for these clubs. The forward acknowledged the unpredictable nature of the transfer market, stating, “We have to be alert and prepared because a lot of surprises can come, for many different reasons.” Enzo Maresca, the manager of one of the interested clubs, emphasized the need for a quality striker, expressing a desire to enhance the team's firepower. He stated, “If we have a chance to bring in a No.9 who can help us, we are going to try.” However, he also cautioned against signing players merely for the sake of it, insisting that any new additions must genuinely contribute to the team's improvement. As the transfer deadline approaches, the football community remains watchful of Gyokeres' situation, with potential implications for both Sporting Lisbon and the Premier League clubs vying for his signature.