Manchester United must battle Arsenal, well-positioned for Viktor Gyokeres’ signature

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·21 de maio de 2025

Manchester United must battle Arsenal, well-positioned for Viktor Gyokeres’ signature

One thing is certain: Manchester United will be signing a striker this summer.

While it remains unclear who will ultimately lead the line at Old Trafford next season, strong indications suggest Sporting CP’s prolific forward Viktor Gyokeres could be the man to take the Theatre of Dreams by storm.

Vídeos OneFootball

United’s early move for Gyokeres

On Tuesday, The Peoples Person, quoting French sources, reported that United were closing in on the Swedish striker, becoming the first major European club to make a concrete move for him.

Now, there’s an interesting update on United’s pursuit of the goal-scoring sensation.

Sport Witness, reacting to claims that United had made a decisive move for the forward, has assessed the credibility of these reports.

Arsenal emerge as serious competitors

The outlet cites several Portuguese sources, painting a clear picture: United do not have a free run in the race for the former Coventry City forward.

In fact, the Red Devils may need to worry about Arsenal.

According to O Jogo, United are a contender in the transfer battle, but Arsenal are currently leading the chase.

Meanwhile, A Bola reports that Gyokeres remains focused on Sporting’s cup final date this Sunday, after which he is expected to determine his future.

They, too, believe Arsenal are the main candidates to sign him.

Further complicating matters for United, Record (a reputable source in Portugal) does not mention them as having made a concrete move for Gyokeres, raising doubts about how advanced their interest truly is.