September 5th 2024.
Viktor Gyokeres has been the talk of the town this season with his sensational performance on the field. The talented striker, who plays for Sporting Lisbon, recently opened up about his potential move to Arsenal and the hefty price tag that came with it.
In an exclusive interview, the Swedish international revealed that his €100 million release clause might have been a major factor in Arsenal's decision to not sign him this summer. Gyokeres, who joined Sporting from Coventry City, had a remarkable season last year, scoring 43 goals and providing 15 assists in just 50 games.
And he has not slowed down this season either, already scoring 7 goals in the first 4 games of the Portuguese league. It's no wonder that he caught the attention of top Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, who were also considering other options like Alexander Isak and Benjamin Sesko.
However, in the end, it was Raheem Sterling who joined Arsenal on loan from Chelsea on the transfer deadline day. But that doesn't mean Gyokeres was not on their radar. In fact, Chelsea had reportedly made a whopping £73 million offer for him, which was rejected by Sporting in January.
Now, as Gyokeres joins the Sweden national team for the Nations League matches against Estonia and Slovakia, he finally addressed his future and the past transfer window. He confessed that the huge release clause might have been a bit too much for any club to consider, but he is content with staying at Sporting for now.
He also acknowledged that while he is happy at Sporting, he does have ambitions to play at a higher level and in other leagues. However, he is in no rush and is willing to wait for the right opportunity. And with Sporting valuing him at such a high price, Gyokeres knows he is in good hands and is willing to respect their decision.
Ultimately, Gyokeres is enjoying his time at Sporting and has no complaints about staying there. He knows that he has the potential to play at a higher level and in different leagues, but he is in no hurry to make a move. For now, he is focused on giving his best for Sporting and helping the team achieve success.
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