Viktor Gyökeres Eyes Premier League Return Amid Arsenal Transfer Drama

Viktor Gyökeres really wants to play in the Premier League. He sees it as “great revenge” because he hasn’t had a chance to play in England’s top league for years. This comes as the Sporting CP striker looks for a big summer transfer. Arsenal and Manchester United are interested in him.

GYÖKERES PUSHES FOR PREMIER LEAGUE MOVE

Gyökeres told L’Équipé, “I only think about scoring and winning. It changes everything. Premier League? I spent several years there without being able to play a single match. So, of course, it’s something I’d like to do. It would be great revenge!”

His statement followed his decision to skip Sporting’s pre-season training, intensifying rumors of an imminent move to Arsenal. Sporting CP confirmed disciplinary measures against the striker and insists they will not be pressured into a sale, even as negotiations progress with the Gunners.

According to a previous report, Gyökeres told Sporting CP he will not return for pre-season training.

GYÖKERES’ IMPACT AT SPORTING AND TRANSFER SAGA

Since joining Sporting CP in 2023, Gyökeres delivered extraordinary performances, scoring 54 goals in 52 matches last season

According to a previous report, he scored 54 goals in 52 games for Sporting last season.

His prolific scoring made him one of Europe’s most coveted strikers this summer. Arsenal, having finished as Premier League runners-up for three consecutive seasons

According to a previous report, Arsenal finished as Premier League runners-up last season, are reportedly close to securing his signature.

The Swedish forward even agreed to reduce his wage demands to help finalize a deal that could see Sporting receive up to €80 million with add-ons

Sporting CP demand around £69-70 million including add-ons for Viktor Gyökeres as per a previous report.

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WHAT’S NEXT FOR GYÖKERES AND ARSENAL?

Sporting CP, reigning Liga Portugal champions

According to a previous report, Sporting CP won the Primeira Liga title in the 2024-25 season, are bracing for life without their star man as they prepare for the new campaign. Arsenal, who narrowly missed out on the Premier League title last season and are eager to surpass the defending champions, see Gyökeres as a solution for their attacking woes. Their next fixture is the Premier League opener against Manchester United, a team that will be desperate to improve their 15th place finish from last year. With Gyökeres pushing hard for a move, and both clubs under pressure, the situation could resolve quickly as the season approaches.