Manchester United target Viktor Gyokeres teases transfer in Ruben Amorim message

Viktor Gyokeres has hinted at a potential exit from Sporting Clube de Portugal at the end of this season. The Swedish striker has become one of Europe's most coveted talents following his stellar performances with the Portuguese champions, netting 23 club goals in just 16 matches this season.

Despite having a £83.5million (€100m) release clause in his contract, it is believed that Sporting president Frederico Varandas would entertain offers around £66m (€80m), provided Gyokeres remains with Sporting until the season concludes. This development is likely to pique the interest of some of Europe's top clubs and could spark a fierce battle for his signature next summer.

Following Manchester United's recent appointment of Gyokeres' former Sporting boss Ruben Amorim, they are considered one of the favourites to secure Gyokeres. Amorim and Gyokeres shared a strong bond during their time together in Lisbon.

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Given United's current struggles for goals in the Premier League this season, they are in desperate need of a world-class finisher. Amorim, who will spend his initial six months at United assessing the squad, was informed when he left the Portuguese club last week that he wouldn't be permitted to approach them in the January transfer window and would have to wait until the summer.

Amorim will also benefit from the substantial financial backing of United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Gyokeres was asked about a potential move.

He said: "These are rumours, nothing concrete. Of course I want to finish the season at Sporting, I enjoy my