Liverpool and Tottenham are among the clubs keen on Viktor Gyokeres, although a move will only materialise if Sporting CP reduce their asking price.
According to Football Insider, Liverpool and Tottenham are among those interested in signing Viktor Gyokeres should an opportunity arise. The Swedish forward’s sensational season has resulted in big admirers from England, although his current asking price may prove problematic for interested parties.
Liverpool and Tottenham are looking at Viktor Gyokeres
There’s been constant chatter about the future of Viktor Gyokeres since the previous season ended. The Swedish striker had a sensational first campaign with Sporting Cp, scoring 43 goals in 49 games across all competitions, which has, in turn, attracted massive interest in his signature.
Liverpool and Tottenham are among those keen, while Arsenal have reportedly cooled their interest owing to his massive £86 million release clause. The Merseysiders are not particularly in the bunt for a striker, although things could change depending on what Arne Slot feels after a few assessments of his forward line.
For now, Liverpool are well-stocked in that forward area and remain focused on matters like extending Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contract. Either way, they will be alert to the availability of a striker of Gyokeres’ quality, although his £86 million price tag might be a big problem for them to pursue any move.
Whether Tottenham are serious about paying that much for the Swedish striker remains to be seen. Ange Postecoglou wants to add a new striker this summer, and they had an interest in Gyokeres earlier but are waiting in the background for things to change with his price point.
Will Gyokeres move this summer?
There are considerable doubts about the striker, especially after his performances last season, which has made Sporting CP confident about seeking a massive price. However, unless the Portuguese side drastically reduces their asking price, the Swedish star is unlikely to move about.
While there are doubts whether Liverpool are willing to spend big on a striker, especially when they do not need one on priority, Spurs are keeping their options open. They continue to be linked with the likes of Jonathan David and Ivan Toney, with Posteccoglou likely to land one name, even Gyokeres.
