When Viktor Gyokeres, the main target of Ruben Amorim, scored his fifth goal of the Nations League season on Saturday, Manchester United had their sights set on him.
The striker for Sporting Lisbon scored for Sweden in a 2-1 victory over Slovakia, putting on another fantastic display.
After racing onto a through pass from Alexander Isak, the former Coventry City midfielder blasted past Slovakian goalkeeper Martin Dubravka and into the bottom corner.
In an Instagram video post during the national anthems, Souza verified that he was at the game, but by the time Gyokeres lighting up the stadium with his next strike, he was probably taking notes.
With 23 goals for Sporting this season, the 26-year-old is poised to surpass his incredible 43-goal debut season in Portuguese football.
He scored five Champions League goals in four games so far, and his 16 Primeira Liga goals are twice as many as any other player in the league.
Luis Campos of Paris Saint-Germain has reportedly contacted his representatives, indicating that some of Europe’s top teams are increasing their interest.
If they wish to sell Harry Kane this summer, Bayern Munich is also anticipated to make a bid.
However, United might have an advantage now that Amorim is at Old Trafford.
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Gyokeres said, “He probably has some strikers there already, so we’ll see,” in response to a question concerning a potential transfer to Manchester United. He hasn’t [asked me to accompany him], no.
“It’s enjoyable, but since it’s just talk and nothing tangible, I don’t give it any weight.”
Viktor Gyokeres should go to Manchester United with Ruben Amorim, according to Dimitar Berbatov. Has Manchester United made a new acquisition?Play the video.”I want to finish this season with Sporting,” Gyokeres added. I love this place.
When the time comes, we’ll discuss starting a new club. There will be other factors, but the fact that I want to play is crucial.
This season, Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, United’s two center-forward substitutes, have combined for just three goals.
Amorim said, “I’m not going to get anyone from Sporting in January,” in reference to acquiring players from his previous team.
Three abilities in sports After joining Manchester United, Amorim might make a move.
During the January transfer window, RUBEN AMORIM has stated that he will not be pursuing any of his Sporting Lisbon players.
The management of the Portuguese team, however, anticipates that Amorim will approach them in the summer, with his chequebook open.