Arsenal’s pursuit of Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon appears to be in jeopardy, but former Gunners captain William Gallas believes the club still has a chance if they are fully committed to securing the Swedish striker.
Gyökeres has been in outstanding form for Sporting this season, making him a highly sought-after target.
However, Arsenal faces stiff competition from Manchester United, particularly with Ruben Amorim—a coach admired by Gyökeres—now at the helm.
Gallas offered a cautious outlook on Arsenal’s chances, stating, “Arsenal’s odds are slim; Gyökeres is likely to follow Amorim to United.”
Despite this, Arsenal is not entirely out of the race.
To succeed, they would need to meet Sporting’s £63 million valuation and present a compelling vision for the future under Mikel Arteta.
Convincing Gyökeres to join their project could be the key to winning the race for his signature.
Adding a powerful and prolific striker like Gyökeres could be transformative for Arsenal’s attack as they aim to challenge for major trophies this season.
His physicality, goal-scoring prowess, and ability to influence games make him an ideal fit for Arteta’s system.
As Arsenal looks to bolster their squad, Gyökeres could provide the firepower needed to compete at the highest level.
While Manchester United’s interest and Amorim’s influence pose significant hurdles, Arsenal still has time to make a decisive move.
A late push, coupled with a clear plan and financial commitment, could keep them in the race for the Swedish international.
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