Gyokeres decides between Man Utd and Arsenal as he ‘rejects Premier League club' – but Sporting row could wreck transfer
VIKTOR GYOKERES has rejected a move to Manchester United, according to reports.
The striker is anticipated to make a transfer this summer with Arsenal one of a number of clubs tracking the Swede.
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United had been tipped to make a move for Gyokeres with manager Ruben Amorim reportedly keen to re-united with the 27-year-old.
But according to Record he has decided not to move to Old Trafford, with Arsenal now his most likely destination.
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