Premier League giants back out of bid for Gyökeres, move closer to signing Barça

Published:11/11/2024 - 18:32h

Updated:12/11/2024 - 02:02h

Arsenal appear to have given up on the fight for Viktor Gyökeres and have reportedly tipped Mateo Retegui as a possible reinforcement for the forward line

The 'race' for Viktor Gyökeres promises to be one of the most competitive in recent transfer markets. The Swede is the striker of the moment, and his impressive form at Sporting CP, where he has scored 23 goals and provided 4 assists in just 18 games, has made him one of the most desirable pieces for the continent's big clubs ahead of the 2025 summer window.

Teams such as FC Barcelona, Manchester City and Manchester United are hot on the trail of the goalscorer and are seen as strong candidates in the 'auction' for his services, which could reach a figure of between 60 and 70 million euros. A 'bid' that Arsenal, who were also closely following the footballer's situation in Lisbon, have reportedly backed out of.

Arsenal choose a new candidate for the forward line

And given the tough competition that has arisen to get the signing of the Nordic 'crack', the 'gunners' have decided to set their sights on other strikers from the continent and, according to what was reported by 'Caughtoffside', Mateo Retegui would be the one chosen by the Londoners.

The Italian international is doing well at Atalanta, racking up 11 goals in 12 Serie A games. His great level has put him on the radar of the British, who are debating between his arrival or that of Benjamin Sesko and would clear the way for Barça in the fight for Gyökeres, who looks set to star in one of the biggest 'soap operas' of recent transfer markets.