Viktor Gyokeres' on-again, off-again transfer saga has taken yet another twist with Manchester United seemingly back in the race for the Swedish star
10:04, 10 Jul 2025
Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting CP celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between Sporting CP and Manchester City at Estadio Jose Alvalade on November 5, 2024 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Viktor Gyokeres could have a late twist(Image: Getty Images)
With just over a month until the Premier League kicks off again, the transfer window is in full swing. However, Manchester United have yet to make any major waves in revamping Ruben Amorim's squad.
The Red Devils were quick off the mark to snap up Matheus Cunha and have announced the signing of Diego Leon, but other additions have been hard to come by. They've put in offers for Bryan Mbuemo, but haven't managed to clinch his signature from Brentford yet.
United are still on the hunt for new homes for Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Antony, Tyrell Malacia and Alejandro Garnacho. Christian Eriksen, Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans have all seen their contracts run out, with Evans stepping into a coaching role at the club.
Here Daily Star Sport has the lowdown on the latest transfer gossip swirling around Old Trafford.
Viktor Gyokeres loan
LISBON, PORTUGAL - MAY 17: Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting runs in the field during the Liga Portugal Betclic match between Sporting Clube de Portugal and Vitoria SC at Estádio José Alvalade on May 17, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by Maciej Rogowski/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)
Viktor Gyokeres could move to Man Utd on loan(Image: Eurasia Sport Images, Getty Images)
Gyokeres is reportedly eyeing up a loan move this summer if Arsenal can't hammer out a deal for him. The Gunners have apparently hit a roadblock with Sporting CP and are ready to pull the plug on the deal, reports the Mirror.
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However, the former Coventry forward, who's been linked with United, is standing firm on his decision not to play for the Portuguese team again, even threatening to go on strike rather than return to pre-season training.
Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce are said to be keeping an eye on the situation, as are Juventus, who are keen to bolster their attacking line-up with Gyokeres.
A free agent in the making?
Dusan Vlahovic
Dusan Vlahovic could become a free agent(Image: Getty Images)
Juventus' Dusan Vlahovic could potentially be up for grabs this summer, with the Serie A club reportedly considering offering the Serbian a deal to terminate his contract.
The forward, who has been associated with United amidst Juve's rumoured interest in Jadon Sancho and Rasmus Hojlund, seems to have no future with the Old Lady.
Despite joining the Italian giants ahead of Arsenal, 25-year-old Vlahovic continues to be linked with a move to England.
Transfer rumours have heated up this summer as he enters the final year of his contract.
Italian reports suggest that Vlahovic is not open to discussions about extending his contract and it's claimed he'd even be willing to sit out the entire 2025/26 season to pocket his €12m (£10.3m) salary.
United confident of meeting Bryan Mbeumo deadline
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 12: Bryan Mbeumo of Brentford during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on April 12, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Vince Mignott/MB Media/Getty Images)
Man Utd are confident of meeting Bryan Mbeumo's deadline(Image: Vince Mignott/MB Media/Getty Images)
United are hopeful of striking a deal to bring Bryan Mbeumo on board before the club's pre-season tour of the United States, according to Sky Sports.
Amorim is keen to have his squad sorted for the trip to help new signings gel and ensure everyone is match-ready for the season.
The Red Devils kick off their American adventure with a game against West Ham in New Jersey on 26 July.
There's a sense of 'cautious optimism' at Old Trafford that they'll seal the deal in time.
However, there's still a bit of a wrangle over the player's price tag, particularly regarding how the payment will be structured.
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The Bees are holding out for a £65m transfer fee which United are reportedly not far from meeting, but the west London club want most of the cash upfront.