According to the Daily Star, Manchester United are planning to move early in the January transfer window to sign Viktor Gyökeres.
Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim has reportedly informed the club’s hierarchy of his urgent desire to secure the striker’s services now rather than waiting until the summer window.
Manchester United eager to secure Gyökeres quickly!
Gyökeres, a former protégé of Amorim at Sporting CP, has been in sensational form throughout 2024.
He netted an incredible 52 goals for the club, outscoring second-placed Robert Lewandowski by 12 goals, a remarkable achievement considering the competition at the top level. His scoring consistency has been instrumental in Sporting CP’s domestic and European campaigns, helping the club maintain its dominance and push for silverware. Additionally, his off-the-ball movement and pressing ability have made him a complete forward, one that fits seamlessly into high-intensity systems—something that Amorim has emphasized during his time at both Sporting CP and now Manchester United.
Top Scorer of 2024!
Additionally, he scored 10 goals for his national team, bringing his total tally to an impressive 62 goals—solidifying his status as one of the most prolific forwards of the year.
However, Gyökeres’ market value is also exceptionally high. Transfer market currently values him at £75 million, tying him with Victor Osimhen as the most expensive player outside Europe’s top five leagues.
Can Gyökeres rescue Amorim from crisis?
Gyökeres’ Record-Breaking Goal Scoring For
Gyökeres’ phenomenal numbers have not gone unnoticed, with elite European clubs closely monitoring his situation. His goal-scoring exploits in 2024 have placed him firmly among the most sought-after strikers in the transfer market, making Manchester United’s urgency to sign him in January all the more justified.
Reports suggest that prying Gyökeres away in January would cost Manchester United around £80 million, a fee that poses a significant challenge for a club known for its careful approach to spending.
