Swedish Striker Feels Betrayed as Club Demands €70m+ Despite “Promise” – Gunners Now Eye Sesko
Viktor Gyökeres is reportedly “very upset” with Sporting Lisbon after the Portuguese club blocked his dream move to Arsenal by demanding a fee far beyond what the player claims was agreed, according to Portuguese outlet A Bola.
The 26-year-old striker, who enjoyed a sensational season with 54 goals in 52 games, has made Arsenal his preferred destination. However, Sporting’s refusal to lower their asking price—reportedly above €70 million—has sparked a bitter standoff. Gyökeres’ camp insists the club promised to let him leave for less, while Sporting deny any such agreement.
A Broken Promise?
Gyökeres’ agents allege that Sporting went back on their word, leaving the player feeling betrayed. Sources claim he has directly confronted club officials, furious that their hardline stance could cost him a career-defining move to the Premier League.
Arsenal Eye Sesko as Backup
Frustrated by the deadlock, Arsenal have accelerated talks for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško, who is also wanted by Manchester United and Juventus. The Gunners remain keen on Gyökeres but are unwilling to meet Sporting’s inflated demands—especially with Šeško available for a lower fee.
What’s Next?
With Manchester United, Juventus, and Saudi clubs also circling, Gyökeres’ future remains uncertain. But as tensions rise in Lisbon, Arsenal may soon walk away unless Sporting soften their stance—leaving one of Europe’s most lethal strikers in limbo.
Will Sporting keep their star man against his will? Or will Arsenal finally land their top target? The transfer saga is far from over.
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