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Associated Press
20 minutes ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Forward Viktor Gyökeres pulls out of Sweden squad with injury
STOCKHOLM (AP) — Viktor Gyökeres has pulled out of Sweden's squad for upcoming friendlies against Hungary and Algeria because of an injury. The Swedish Football Association said the injury was 'minor' without elaborating. Sporting Lisbon striker Gyökeres left the national team training base in Bosön after being assessed by team medics. Gyökeres has just completed an outstanding season for Lisbon — scoring 48 goals and winning the Portuguese league and cup double. He has established himself as one of the top strikers in world soccer, sparking speculation about a transfer to one of Europe's giants during the offseason. Arsenal has been heavily linked, with the Premier League club expected to move for a top-class forward in the transfer window. Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko is another reported target. Sweden plays Hungary on June 6 and Algeria on June 10. ___ AP soccer:
Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Which Striker Should Arsenal Add To Its Forward Line This Summer?
The 2024/25 season was an underwhelming one for Arsenal. While the Gunners finished second in the Premier League and made a run to the semi-finals of the Champions League, Mikel Arteta and his players wanted much more. This summer will therefore be pivotal for the development of the team at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal's flaws were there for all to see. First and foremost, the Gunners require a new centre forward to lead the line. Kai Havertz has adapted to the role remarkably well over the last two seasons, but the German's injury in the second half of the season exposed how light for options Arsenal is in his position. And so Arsenal faces a big decision over who to target in the summer transfer window. Alexander Isak has been linked with a move to North London in the past. The Swede would certainly fit the bill as one of the best goalscorers in the Premier League. However, Newcastle United surely isn't prepared to let him leave. Benjamin Sesko is a more realistic target. The Slovenian has established himself as one of the best young strikers in Europe at RB Leipzig and is reportedly of interest to Arsenal. However, Sesko has frequently played as one half of a front two and Arsenal doesn't use this system. It needs a lone frontman. Viktor Gyökeres has played as a lone frontman for Sporting CP, scoring an incredible 62 goals in all competitions this season. The Swedish international is also believed to be on Arsenal's radar. Gyökeres would give the Gunners the sort of cutting edge they need, but at 26 he is older than some of the other alternatives. Arsenal has also been linked with Nico Williams who would give Arteta another attacker to deploy on the left side of his forward line. Martin Zubimendi is expected to join from Real Sociedad to strengthen the Gunners in the centre of the pitch, but the real focus this summer is on the final third and how Arsenal can become sharper in and around the penalty box. Arteta has given Arsenal a platform to build on. The Gunners have finished close to the top of the Premier League table in each of the last three seasons. Arsenal boasts one of the youngest squads in the English top division and it is growing year-on-year. However, it needs a different dimension to elevate the standard. This is where finding the right striker will be so crucial.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sporting tell interested clubs Gyökeres is not leaving for less than €80m
Viktor Gyökeres, here celebrating after Sporting won the Portuguese Cup, has scored 97 goals in 102 appearances for the club. Viktor Gyökeres, here celebrating after Sporting won the Portuguese Cup, has scored 97 goals in 102 appearances for the club. Photograph: Alexandre de Sousa/ZUMA Press Wire/Shutterstock Sporting have told interested clubs – including Arsenal – that Viktor Gyökeres will cost a fee of €80m (£67m), the Guardian understands. The Portuguese champions are prepared to cash in on Gyökeres, who has scored prolifically for them since his £20.5m move from Coventry in the summer of 2023. But although Sporting will not seek the full value of his €100m release clause, they have resolved to hold out for at least €80m. Advertisement The club's vice-president, Francisco Zenha, has said in the Portuguese media that he is yet to receive an offer for Gyökeres, who has three years to run on his contract. Arsenal are gearing up for a big summer and they want a new No 9, with Gyökeres on their wish-list. They have also followed the progress of RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko. Newcastle's Alexander Isak is out of reach. Gyökeres, who has admirers in all of Europe's top leagues, has been a sensation at Sporting, scoring 97 goals in 102 appearances in all competitions. The 26-year-old Sweden international has helped them to the league title in each of his seasons with them – and the Portuguese Cup in this past campaign.
The Guardian
6 days ago
- Business
- The Guardian
Sporting tell interested clubs Gyökeres is not leaving for less than €80m
Sporting have told interested clubs – including Arsenal – that Viktor Gyökeres will cost a fee of €80m (£67m), the Guardian understands. The Portuguese champions are prepared to cash in on Gyökeres, who has scored prolifically for them since his £20.5m move from Coventry in the summer of 2023. But although Sporting will not seek the full value of his €100m release clause, they have resolved to hold out for at least €80m. The club's vice-president, Francisco Zenha, has said in the Portuguese media that he is yet to receive an offer for Gyökeres, who has three years to run on his contract. Arsenal are gearing up for a big summer and they want a new No 9, with Gyökeres on their wish-list. They have also followed the progress of RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko. Newcastle's Alexander Isak is out of reach. Sign up to Football Daily Kick off your evenings with the Guardian's take on the world of football after newsletter promotion Gyökeres, who has admirers in all of Europe's top leagues, has been a sensation at Sporting, scoring 97 goals in 102 appearances in all competitions. The 26-year-old Sweden international has helped them to the league title in each of his seasons with them – and the Portuguese Cup in this past campaign.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Official: Kylian Mbappe wins the 2025 Golden Boot
Kylian Mbappe has had a curious season since joining Real Madrid last summer. Despite facing constant criticism over his performances in big matches, Mbappe has quietly delivered all season for Real Madrid, notably emerging as the highest goalscorer in La Liga. Advertisement Kylian Mbappe has now capped off a sensational debut season at Real Madrid by winning the 2025 European Golden Boot. The French striker netted 31 goals in La Liga, making him the top scorer across Europe's top five leagues. It's a remarkable achievement for Mbappe, who not only adapted seamlessly to life in Spain but also thrived under pressure. Despite Real Madrid dealing with numerous injuries throughout the season, the 25-year-old carried the team's attack with consistency and quality. His 31 league goals earned him 62 points in the Golden Boot ranking — enough to outscore all other contenders. Advertisement Portuguese league top scorer Viktor Gyökeres may have scored 39 goals, but the lower coefficient of Liga Portugal (1.5 compared to La Liga's 2.0) saw him fall behind in points. Mohamed Salah was also in contention late into the campaign, but the Liverpool star was unable to bridge the gap in the final matchday. This is Mbappé's first Golden Boot win, placing him alongside Real Madrid legends like Hugo Sanchez and Cristiano Ronaldo as one of the few players from the club to win this award. Beyond La Liga, Mbappé finished the season with 42 goals in all competitions, proving to be the defining figure in Real Madrid's campaign.
