Paris Saint-Germain decided against signing a No. 9 during the summer transfer window, opting instead to rely on Randal Kolo Muani and Gonçalo Ramos.
However, recent rumors suggest that Kolo Muani’s name is back in the spotlight, hinting that PSG might be open to adding a striker next year. Manager Luis Enrique has favored using a false No. 9 over Kolo Muani, which are telling.
Last month, CaughtOffside reported that Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and PSG are the primary contenders for Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyökeres.
According to the report, Tottenham are currently leading the race for Gyökeres, while Chelsea sees him as a backup option as they plan to make another push for Victor Osimhen in January or next summer.
PSG are also monitoring Gyökeres, leveraging their good relationship with Sporting. However, CaughtOffside notes that any potential transfer would hinge on whether the club decides to part ways with Ramos or Kolo Muani after this season, a situation that remains uncertain.
Sporting set asking price Viktor Gyökeres
Florian Plettenberg from Sky Sports Germany reports that Viktor Gyökeres has a release clause of €100 million an agreement is in place for him to leave Sporting CP next summer for €60 million to €70 million.
While a winter transfer isn’t currently on the table, a move in the summer looks pretty likely. In England, clubs like Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea are particularly interested in the 26-year-old striker. All of these teams are aware of the transfer agreement.
Gyökeres has already scored 14 goals and provided four assists this season across all competitions.