Viktor Gyokeres Not Likely to Join Manchester United, Ruben Amorim Suggests
We have to adapt, but it's difficult to talk about the future because we don't know what will happen, but I'm sure we'll do the same job." Gyokeres also reiterated his commitment to Sporting CP, adding, "I really enjoy playing here and I'm not thinking about anything else, I'm enjoying being here."
As Ruben Amorim prepares to leave Sporting CP for Manchester United, speculation has arisen about whether he will bring star striker Viktor Gyokeres with him in the January transfer window. However, Amorim has hinted that this is unlikely, emphasizing the difficulty of securing the Swedish forward's services.
When asked about the potential for a transfer, Amorim stated, "Gyokeres costs €100 million (£83.7m) and it's very difficult. I'm not going to pick up any Sporting player in January." This suggests that even though Amorim has a strong connection with his players, Manchester United will not be pursuing Gyokeres during the upcoming transfer window.
Gyokeres' Reaction to Amorim's Departure
Gyokeres, who scored four goals in Sporting's dominant 5-1 victory over Estrela Amadora in a recent Liga Portugal match, expressed his sadness at Amorim's departure but remained professional about the situation. The striker acknowledged the "difficult" nature of the transition but stressed the importance of staying focused and adapting to the change.
He told reporters, "It's sad that he's leaving, he was excellent for us, we had a wonderful year. We have to adapt, but it's difficult to talk about the future because we don't know what will happen, but I'm sure we'll do the same job." Gyokeres also reiterated his commitment to Sporting CP, adding, "I really enjoy playing here and I'm not thinking about anything else, I'm enjoying being here."
What’s Next for Sporting CP?
With Amorim's time at Sporting nearing its end, the club will face Manchester City in a crucial Champions League match on Tuesday, marking the penultimate game of Amorim's tenure. His final game will be against Braga in the league next Sunday, as he prepares to make the move to Manchester United.
