Atletico madrid enter Gyokeres race as Chelsea's interest cools
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Viktor Gyokeres || Image credit: Imago

Atletico madrid enter Gyokeres race as Chelsea's interest cools

Faruq Ibrahim 18:52 - 14.07.2024

LALIGA top club throw themselves into contention for Sorting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres.

LALIGA giants Atletico Madrid have reportedly entered the race for Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres, as they look to level up their squad after a disappointing 2023/24 season, and two key exits. 

Atletico Madrid striker problem 

The Rojiblancos have to make signings in the striker department, after the exit of one striker, Memphis Depay, and the impending departure of another, Alvaro Morata. 

Depay joined Atletico Madrid in the winter transfer window of 2023 from rivals Barcelona; however, he failed to truly establish himself. He left the club following the expiration of his contract last month and is currently a free agent. 

Alvaro Morata, on the other hand, hinted at a possible departure weeks ago, after he expressed his disappointment over the multiple reports on Atleti’s search for a striker. 

Alvaro Morata of Atletico de Madrid on October 26, 2022.
Alvaro Morata of Atletico de Madrid on October 26, 2022.

He is now said to have reached an agreement in principle with Serie A giants AC Milan and is expected to join them this summer. 

Atletico Madrid in for Gyokeres 

According to the Spanish publication MD, the Madrid-based club have identified 26-year-old Gyokeres as an ideal option for their striking needs. 

Viktor Gyokeres for Sporting this season || Imago
Viktor Gyokeres for Sporting this season || Imago

The Swede was one of the hottest names in the transfer window, off the back of a 43-goal involvement for Sporting Lisbon last season. However, interest in him has since cooled, with Sporting holding out on his €100 million release clause. 

The Portuguese club are now said to be willing to negotiate to a fee significantly lesser than the release clause, and Atletico Madrid are willing to enter into negotiations, according to reports. 

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