The transfer market is heating up and Viktor Gyökeres's name keeps coming up in Barcelona. The Swedish forward has had an impressive season and has attracted the interest of several top European clubs. The blaugrana fans are on edge.
A dream season that knocks on the door
Viktor Gyökeres, 26 years old, has delivered what can be considered his best campaign. In 52 official matches, he scored 54 goals and provided 13 assists. His goal-scoring instinct and involvement in the attacking play are a reality that few can ignore.
His numbers in the Portuguese league are especially striking: 39 goals in 33 matchdays. In addition, he scored 6 goals in 8 Champions League matches, showing he doesn't shy away from big occasions. Without a doubt, he's ready for a step up in quality.
High but justified price
The most recent information comes from England, where The Guardian reports that Sporting CP has valued Viktor Gyökeres at €80 million. This figure exceeds previous expectations and is €20 million below his release clause.
Sporting's board wants to get the most out of the Swedish gem. Initially, there was talk of a figure between €65 and €75 million, but now the negotiation looks different. The Portuguese club knows that after that season, the forward is worth every euro.
Why does Barça have doubts?
Although Barcelona is one of the main interested parties, Viktor Gyökeres's arrival is complicated by Robert Lewandowski's continuity. The Polish striker has confirmed that he will stay for another season, after scoring 42 goals in 52 matches.
With Lewandowski as the starter and Ferran Torres as the substitute, the space for the Swede seems limited. Gyökeres still has a contract with Sporting and his departure will be expensive, so Barça must assess whether they can bring him in this season.
More offers and an open battle
Manchester United and Arsenal are also in the race. The Gunners have had serious problems up front due to injuries to Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesús. That's why Gyökeres fits their ideal profile.
However, talks between Arsenal and Sporting seem to be stalled lately. This could benefit Barça or the Red Devils, who could take advantage to close the deal.
The summer of 2025/26 promises to be very exciting. Gyökeres's future is still hanging in the air, but his name is already making waves in Europe. Barça dreams of strengthening their attack with a reliable forward; we'll see what happens.