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Arsenal and Chelsea could face serious difficulties in convincing Viktor Gyokeres to leave Sporting CP in the upcoming winter transfer window. Despite the growing interest from both London clubs, the Swedish forward seems determined to stay in Portugal at least until the end of the season. According to close sources, Gyokeres is not willing to leave mid-season, complicating the plans of the Premier League giants who see him as a solution to strengthen their attack.
The Swedish striker has shined since his arrival at Sporting CP, attracting the attention of several top European teams. Despite numerous rumors linking him to a transfer last summer, no club was able to secure his signing. With 15 goals so far this season in local competitions and for his national team, his performance has been key for the Portuguese team, and the club has no intentions of letting go of their star mid-season unless a team is willing to pay his release clause, which is around £84 million.
Chelsea and Arsenal Wanted to Sign Him in January
The interest from Arsenal and Chelsea is not coincidental. The Gunners have been looking for a striker to complement their attack, and though they had scouts monitoring Gyokeres closely in recent months, they ultimately opted to bring in Raheem Sterling on loan. However, the possibility of signing the Swede in January remains on the table, given his goal-scoring form makes him an attractive target. Mikel Arteta is looking to bolster the offense to stay competitive for titles, and Gyokeres is a solid option.
On the other hand, Chelsea has been exploring options for their forward line, and while they were close to signing Victor Osimhen, the deal fell through. This leaves the door open for the Blues to attempt to sign a striker in January again, with Gyokeres fitting the profile they are looking for. However, the high release clause could pose a challenge, as the club would have to pay a substantial amount if they truly want to secure the Swede.
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