October 31st 2024.
Viktor Gyokeres is feeling disappointed and upset after learning about his manager Ruben Amorim's potential move to Manchester United. The news has not been taken well by the Sporting players, especially Gyokeres, who is not happy with Amorim's decision.
Amorim, who is highly regarded as one of the best young coaches in European football, has emerged as the frontrunner for the Manchester United job after the recent dismissal of Erik ten Hag. It has been reported that United have agreed to pay Amorim's release clause of £8.3million and the two clubs have reached a deal for the Portuguese coach.
Amorim has been avoiding any questions about his future and has stated that nothing has been decided yet. However, he did admit that his potential departure would upset some members of Sporting's squad, just like it did when he left Braga in 2020. He mentioned that he had spoken to the board about managing the squad during this time.
According to Portuguese outlet O Jogo, Amorim's decision has caused some tension within the team. During a meeting at the club's training complex, some players expressed their doubts and concerns about Amorim's choice. The timing of his decision, just two months into the new season, has not been received well by the players, especially Gyokeres and Morten Hjulmand.
Gyokeres and Hjulmand had turned down lucrative offers in the summer to stay with Sporting and be a part of Amorim's project in Lisbon. However, with Amorim's potential departure, their plans might have to change. Gyokeres, who has been linked with a move to Arsenal, has established himself as one of the most sought-after attackers in Europe with his impressive performances for Sporting.
In an interview, Gyokeres' agent Hasan Cetinkaya had stated that it would be difficult for the player to continue at Sporting if Amorim left. The Sweden forward himself has stated that he is currently focused on the team and not thinking about Amorim's future. He played a key role in Sporting's successful 2023/24 season, where they won the Portuguese league title with a ten-point lead over second-placed Benfica.
Gyokeres' contract with Sporting runs until 2028, but it has been reported that he could be available for a fee of €60m to €70m in the upcoming January transfer window. Arsenal, who have been heavily linked with the player, might make a move for him. The talented striker has already scored 16 goals in 15 appearances this season, and his potential departure could be a big loss for Sporting.
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