Gyokeres transfer twist as door reopens for Man Utd ready to seal £69m deal

Manchester United’s pursuit of Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres has been reignited as Arsenal’s negotiations for the Swedish forward have stalled, leaving the door open for United to swoop in.

United are reportedly willing to meet Sporting’s £69 million asking price for Gyokeres should the opportunity arise, with the club’s hierarchy prepared to move quickly if Arsenal fail to reach an agreement.

Gyokeres, who has been heavily linked with United since Ruben Amorim’s arrival at Old Trafford, has seen his future become one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer sagas.

While Arsenal have agreed personal terms with the player, they remain locked in talks with Sporting over the structure of the deal, reported the Manchester Evening News.

Sporting are demanding £60.5 million up front with a further £8.5 million in add-ons, a stance that has led to frustration from Gyokeres’ camp.

The striker has not reported for pre-season training in Lisbon and is determined to secure a move to the Premier League.

United’s willingness to pay the full £69 million fee is significant, especially as the club continues to search for a proven No.9 to complement or compete with Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee.

Amorim’s prior relationship with Gyokeres at Sporting is seen as a potential advantage, and reports suggest the player is now giving United a “second look” after previously favouring Arsenal.

However, there is a complication: Sporting president Frederico Varandas is reportedly reluctant to negotiate directly with Amorim, still harbouring resentment over the manager’s departure for Manchester1.

Despite interest from Atletico Madrid and Juventus, United’s financial readiness and Amorim’s influence could put them in pole position if Arsenal’s move collapses.

For now, the situation remains fluid, but United are poised to act decisively should the chance to sign Gyokeres present itself.

With bridges burned in Portugal and Gyokeres eager for a Premier League switch, the coming days could be pivotal in determining whether United finally land the prolific Swedish striker