Man Utd go for Viktor Gyokeres! Red Devils make initial approach for Sporting sensation as Ruben Amorim hopes for reunion at Old Trafford

Manchester United have made contact with Sporting over a deal for Viktor Gyokeres, with Ruben Amorim a big fan of the Swedish striker.

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• United contact Gyokeres through intermediaries
• Swedish striker played under Amorim at Sporting
• Red Devils looking to strengthen attack

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  United have made an initial approach for Sporting CP striker Gyokeres, according to . The Red Devils are targeting better options in attack and Gyokeres is one of the most in-demand forwards around Europe after netting 39 goals in the Primeira Liga this past season.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Rasmus Hojlund endured a tough second season at Old Trafford, scoring only four Premier League goals, and has been the subject of interest from Serie A giants Inter. However, United are keen on signing a new central forward whatever happens to the Dane this summer and Gyokeres, who previously played under Amorim, is one of a number of options they are said to be monitoring. Randal Kolo Muani has also been linked but recently voiced his desire to stay at Juventus.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Of the 39 goals Gyokeres bagged in Portugal's top flight during the 2024-25 campaign, 12 came as penalties. The 27-year-old has also struck 15 times on international duty with Sweden, having made his senior debut in 2019.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR GYOKERES AND MAN UTD?

  A move to United would represent a return to England for Gyokeres, whose exploits for Coventry earned him a transfer to Sporting in 2023. United, meanwhile, remain on the hunt for new additions to improve Amorim's squad after an underwhelming season.

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