Viktor Gyokeres breaks silence on transfer drama with blunt 22-word statement as Man Utd and Arsenal battle for star
VIKTOR GYOKERES
has bluntly broken his silence on his transfer fall-out with Sporting Lisbon chiefs with a brief 22-word statement.
The Sweden striker
has reportedly come to blows with Sporting bosses after trying to
force through a dream move to the Premier League.
Advertisement
5
Viktor Gyokeres broke his silence on his transfer drama with Sporting
, 27, is allegedly
He believes he had a gentleman's agreement to leave the Portuguese giants for £50million with a further £8million in add-ons, but that claim has been denied by president Frederico Varandas.
The former Coventry striker then reportedly threatened to go on strike while
But
Advertisement
READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS
Varandas said: 'Sporting will not accept blackmail and insults – you should know me better by now.'
But Gyokeres has now tried to play down the squabble rumours by throwing doubt on some of the reports with a short statement on social media.
He wrote on his Instagram story on Thursday evening: "There is a lot of talks at the moment, most of it is false. I will speak when the time is right."
It also comes after reports claimed that Arsenal submitted a new bid for Gyokeres on Wednesday, with his agent Hasan Cetinkaya visiting London to fast-track the transfer.
Advertisement
Most read in Football
Breaking
5
Gyokeres has now tried to silence speculation by throwing doubt on some of the reports
5
Sporting chief Frederico Varandas (front) hit back at Viktor Gyokeres this week
Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plus
in-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates
But Varandas statement also read: "I can guarantee that Viktor Gyokeres will not leave for €60m+10m (£51m+£8.5m) because I never promised him that.
Advertisement
"This game that the agent is playing only makes the situation worse. To this day, Sporting has not had an offer for Viktor, neither today nor last season."
Inside Viktor Gyokeres' glamorous life, from dating fellow footballer and actress to luxury holidays around world
"It was agreed that Sporting would not demand the release clause at the end of the following season, especially because he was going to be 27."
Last season, he netted
he netted 54 times in 52 outings - including a
Champions League
hat-trick against
Advertisement
5
Despite United's interest,
remain favourites to nab him, with new director of football Andrea Berta a big fan from his days at Atletico Madrid.
Gyokeres has removed any reference to Sporting on his Instagram account, having also got rid of any mention of Sweden and Nike.
He has three years remaining on his contract in Lisbon, but he is determined to take on a new challenge after just two years at the club, where he won the league twice, and completed a domestic double this season.
Advertisement
United boss Ruben Amorim, who managed Gyokeres at Sporting, has since been linked with a
5
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Irish Examiner
an hour ago
- Irish Examiner
Matheus Cunha determined to help change fortunes of ‘dream team' Man United
Matheus Cunha is delighted to have joined his 'dream team' and determined to help Manchester United bounce back from their worst season in 51 years. The 20-time English champions are in the midst of a rebuild under Ruben Amorim, having limped home 15th in the Premier League and lost the Europa League final to fellow strugglers Tottenham. The defeat in Bilbao cost them Champions League qualification, meaning United will spend a first season without European football since 2014-15. But the Red Devils' issues did not deter Brazil international Cunha, who completed his eagerly-anticipated £62.5million switch from Wolves on Thursday. ✍️ It just looks right. — Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 12, 2025 'It is the most common phrase that you can say at this moment, but this is the dream come true,' he told MUTV. 'Maybe outside, I think maybe my decision, they don't understand. But when you have always dreamed to play here, it's easier to pick this decision. 'For me, no-one else is like United. Of course, I know it's been a hard season for everyone. I think my decision shows what this club is for me and what I believe this club can be. 'And, of course, I'll do everything that I can to manage this inside of me, to play for my dream team and put my dream team to win.' Cunha loved United growing up and spoke of his admiration for Wayne Rooney, along with many other members of the triumphant 2008 Champions League side. The Red Devils are a long way from even qualifying for that competition right now, yet the forward has lofty ambitions. 'I don't think we have one player who comes here and then doesn't think about the glory days in Man United,' Cunha said. 'To remember all the times that they win the Premier League, how many titles it was, and of course to qualify for the Champions League. This is what I think about United, you know to put this club on top. Matheus Cunha is looking forward to playing under Ruben Amorim (Martin Rickett/PA) 'Then what I can do is everything to show them I'm here to help the team, to conquer these kind of things.' Cunha is the first of Amorim's summer recruits and the Brazilian, who has signed a deal until 2030 with the option of another year, is excited to work under the United head coach. 'I really believe in him, everything that he did in Portugal,' he said. 'I hope he can conquer the world like he did in Portugal. 'But of course I think he needs the players that can do everything like I'm open to do and help the team, help him. All the conversation that we have had made my decision easier.'
Irish Independent
2 hours ago
- Irish Independent
‘For me, no-one else is like Man United' – Matheus Cunha determined to help change fortunes of his ‘dream team'
The 20-time English champions are in the midst of a rebuild under Ruben Amorim, having limped home 15th in the Premier League and lost the Europa League final to fellow strugglers Tottenham. The defeat in Bilbao cost them Champions League qualification, meaning United will spend a first season without European football since 2014-15. But the Red Devils' issues did not deter Brazil international Cunha, who completed his eagerly-anticipated £62.5million switch from Wolves on Thursday. We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. Please review your details and accept them to load the content 'It is the most common phrase that you can say at this moment, but this is the dream come true,' he told MUTV. 'Maybe outside, I think maybe my decision, they don't understand. But when you have always dreamed to play here, it's easier to pick this decision. 'For me, no-one else is like United. Of course, I know it's been a hard season for everyone. I think my decision shows what this club is for me and what I believe this club can be. 'And, of course, I'll do everything that I can to manage this inside of me, to play for my dream team and put my dream team to win.' Cunha loved United growing up and spoke of his admiration for Wayne Rooney, along with many other members of the triumphant 2008 Champions League side. The Red Devils are a long way from even qualifying for that competition right now, yet the forward has lofty ambitions. 'I don't think we have one player who comes here and then doesn't think about the glory days in Man United,' Cunha said. ADVERTISEMENT 'To remember all the times that they win the Premier League, how many titles it was, and of course to qualify for the Champions League. This is what I think about United, you know to put this club on top. 'Then what I can do is everything to show them I'm here to help the team, to conquer these kind of things.' Cunha is the first of Amorim's summer recruits and the Brazilian, who has signed a deal until 2030 with the option of another year, is excited to work under the United head coach. 'I really believe in him, everything that he did in Portugal,' he said. 'I hope he can conquer the world like he did in Portugal. 'But of course I think he needs the players that can do everything like I'm open to do and help the team, help him. All the conversation that we have had made my decision easier.'
The Irish Sun
3 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Man City SLASH ticket prices by up to 43% in massive win for fans after years or protesting and TEN YEARS of rises
MANCHESTER CITY have slashed matchday ticket prices following several fan protests. Advertisement 1 Man City have slashed Premier League ticket prices Credit: Getty Fans led demonstrations to protest the issue towards the end of the campaign, with thousands refusing to take to their seats at the start of some Premier League fixtures. Club officials subsequently took action, with chairman Khaldoon al Mubarak promising to find a solution. Lengthy negotiations were then held with City's fan advisory board before Mubarak and Co agreed to lower prices. From next season, fans will be charged between £40 and £60 for Category A games, which involve the likes of Advertisement READ MORE IN SPORT There will be a further £5 reduction for Category B games and a £10 reduction for Category C fixtures. The cheapest tickets for Category A fixtures are down 43 per cent, with the most expensive down by 22 per cent. Man City are yet to release ticket prices for Champions League fixtures, although they are expected to come down as well. The news will come as a major boost for supporters, who have continued fighting to freeze ticket prices. Advertisement Most read in Football Latest CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS City Matters, the club's fan advisory board, said in a statement on Friday: "We warmly welcome this announcement from the club, making matchday attendance more accessible and ensuring a vibrant atmosphere at the Etihad Stadium. "Through our dialogue with the club, the matchday pricing reductions, season ticket price freeze, release of new season tickets, and Flexi Gold season ticket fee adjustments highlight the value of fan voices through City Matters. Liverpool's £100m Barcola bid / Gyokeres forces Man Utd move / Grealish City axe | Transfers Exposed "This announcement shows the club's commitment to City Matters and is a positive end to this season and our working relationship. Advertisement "City Matters look forward to continued engagement and transparency with the club to achieve our shared ambition for Manchester City's success."
