Manchester United, Arsenal Expected to Bid €80M for Sporting Striker Gyokeres

The Premier League transfer window has seen significant activity, with Arsenal and Manchester United particularly focused on signing Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres, who has scored 54 goals in 52 appearances this season. Arsenal has made a formal offer reportedly below €60 million plus bonuses, but Sporting is demanding closer to €80 million, creating a stalemate in negotiations. Gyokeres is said to prefer a move to Arsenal, which can offer Champions League football, although Manchester United might leverage his former Sporting manager Ruben Amorim's presence at Old Trafford. Sporting’s president has dismissed claims of a gentleman’s agreement on a release fee and emphasized the club will not let Gyokeres go for less than their asking price. The striker has reportedly threatened strike action if a move does not happen, escalating the tension. Both clubs remain engaged in talks, with Arsenal recently submitting a formal bid and Manchester United preparing an official offer, making the transfer saga a critical focus this summer.