Chelsea is one of the leading parties to sign Viktor Gyokeres in the upcoming transfer window. Gyokeres is one of the most prominent strikers in European football. The Sporting CP star has been linked to many clubs in January.
Viktor has been under the radar of many big parties ever since he started for Sporting CP. The Swedish star joined the Portuguese club in 2023 from Coventry FC. He has gathered eyeballs all over the world after his exceptional performance for the club across all competitions.
Gyokeres has already passed the scoring tally when compared to the last season. He has scored 23 goals this season across every competitions. This has brought his scoring tally to 66 goals in 68 appearances ever since his move from Coventry FC.
Chelsea is leading the race to sign the Norwegian striker in January. There is a big release clause set for the 23-year-old. Sporting CP has set a humongous release clause of 100 million euros for Gyokeres. Chelsea does have the pockets to sign the most wanted forward as per CaughtOffside.
There were initial reports that Viktor will stray at Sporting till the end of the season. Sporting CP initially agreed to extend the contract for Gyokeres. This news has altered as there are many clubs willing to break the 100 million euros clause for the youngster.
Is Chelsea in need of Viktor Gyokeres?
The question is do the Blues really need Gyokeres in January? The answer to this question lies in Chelsea’s squad as they lack a dedicated striker. Viktor will be crucial in filling the gaps in the London Giants’ attacking lineup.
Enzo Maresca has preferred Nicolas Jackson as the first-choice striker for the team this season. The Ghanaian has scored 6 goals and has been impressive for the Blues this season. Joao Felix is the preferred second choice for Maresca but Felix prefers his position in the midfield.
If Chelsea does manage to make a deal with the Swede he could be a great asset for the team. The team do need a dedicated striker. Gyokeres should be the missing piece in Chelsea’s puzzle as he maintains his top form this campaign.
Christopher Nkunku is another young forward in the Chelsea squad but has struggled to get minutes. He may have a hard time getting into the main squad but Maresca does have plans for him. Nkunku has made important contributions to the Blues in the Conference League.
Plenty of competitors are looking to acquire Gyokeres in January. Manchester United and Arsenal are also in the line to make a deal with the 23-year-old. The final destination for the Swede youngster will be decided early next year.
Will the Blues overtake the Red Devils for Gyokeres?
It is most likely that Gyokeres will move to another club next year. There were initial rumours that Viktor would complete this season at Sporting. The club has set a 100 million euros clause for the youngster for which many clubs have the pocket.
Manchester United are favoured to sign the striker in January. Sporting’s former coach has recently made his way to old Strafford. Ruben Amorim is set to rebuild the Red Devil’s squad. Amorim has said that Gyokeres will stay at Sporting by the end of this season.
There is uncertainty about whether Gyokeres will choose the club that his former boss has chosen. Chelsea is on the top of the list who are actively targeting to make a deal with the Swede international. The Blues are in serious need of an in-form striker and Viktor seems to be the perfect solution.
These European giants will clash against each other to acquire the Swede international. A start in the Premier League will be a fresh start for Gyokeres. If any club finalize a deal with the striker it will boost their chances of winning titles this season.
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