Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres has rejected the opportunity to join Manchester United in the upcoming transfer window, according to Portuguese outlet Record.
The Swedish international's agent, Hasan Cetinkaya, has reportedly informed Manchester United that his client is not interested in reuniting with manager Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford next season, despite their previous successful partnership at Sporting Lisbon.
Impressive Goal-Scoring Record
Gyokeres, 27, has been in phenomenal form, netting an impressive 54 goals in 52 appearances for Sporting Lisbon last season. This remarkable goal-scoring record has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, with Arsenal also reportedly monitoring the striker's situation.
Manchester United's search for attacking reinforcements comes after a disappointing 2025/26 campaign that saw them finish 15th in the Premier League table. Current strikers Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee failed to deliver the goals needed to propel the club higher up the standings.
Alternative Transfer Targets
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has recently advised his former club to pursue Napoli striker Victor Osimhen instead of Gyokeres. The Nigerian international has been linked with several top European clubs and could provide the firepower United desperately need.
With Gyokeres seemingly out of the picture, Manchester United will need to reassess their transfer strategy as they look to strengthen their attacking options under Amorim's leadership.
The rejection represents another setback for United in what promises to be a crucial summer transfer window as they aim to rebuild following their worst Premier League finish in recent history.
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