Arsenal remains interested in Viktor Gyokeres, but they are hesitant about meeting his release clause.
The Swedish striker has emerged as one of Europe’s top finishers, scoring over 30 goals in his first season with Sporting Club.
Sporting wants to retain him, especially after keeping their manager, but any potential suitor would need to pay £86 million to activate his release clause.
After being rebuffed by Benjamin Sesko, who prefers to stay at RB Leipzig for another season, Arsenal could consider Gyokeres as an alternative striker target.
However, according to a report from Football Insider, Arsenal is not prepared to overspend on Gyokeres and is reluctant to trigger his release clause.
Just Arsenal Opinion
Gyokeres had a fantastic first season at Sporting Club, and he could be set to enjoy another campaign on their books, but he is not worth that much, and we must be careful not to overpay for any player.
Because several clubs are showing interest in his signature, Sporting Club will continue to demand a high fee, but we expect him to stay if they don’t lower their current demand.
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A non story. Sporting dont want to sell and even if his release clause is met, he will have to be persuaded. Just another striker thrown in the pot by the media.
I don’t expect Arsenal to spend as much money as about £85
He has what we need, that’s the most important thing, in his ability , les go for him, and pay the money