Viktor Gyokeres set to join Man Utd under Ruben Amorim, but only on one condition

Vishal Bhawani

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Viktor Gyokeres set to join Man Utd under Ruben Amorim, but only on one condition image

Manchester United are closing in on a summer move for Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres — but there's a catch.

The Swedish forward is keen to reunite with manager Ruben Amorim, but he’ll only sign on the dotted line if United qualify for the Champions League.

And right now, that dream hangs by a Europa League thread.

Gyokeres has been on fire this season, lighting up the Portuguese league with a staggering 52 goals in 48 appearances.

Since moving to Sporting in 2023, he’s become one of Europe’s most feared goal machines, and clubs from England are lining up. Arsenal and Chelsea have both shown interest, but United believe Amorim’s pull might give them the edge.

That is, if they deliver on the one thing Gyokeres wants: top-tier European football.

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Is Viktor Gyokeres to Man Utd a 'done deal'?

United are banking on lifting the Europa League trophy to make their case. Victory would bring them back to the Champions League — the platform Gyokeres sees as essential.

According to German journalist Christopher Michel, “the club probably has to win the Europa League” to seal the deal.

It's not just about prestige. Champions League money could help United fund the move and build a stronger squad around their new striker. No pressure, lads.

Meanwhile, the player’s bond with Amorim, who helped unlock his potential at Sporting, is another key factor. As per Football Insider, “United are confident their move to sign Gyokeres is a ‘done deal’” if they qualify.

But without European success, United may have to settle for less flashy options — think Liam Delap or Jean-Philippe Mateta. Solid players, but hardly the same firepower.

So, United fans, mark those Europa League nights on your calendar. Gyokeres could be Old Trafford-bound — but only if the Reds bring home the silverware.

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Vishal Bhawani

Vishal Bhawani is a sub-editor for the Affiliate Content team and a writer and sub-editor for the Football Wires team at The Sporting News. Based in Indore, India, he holds a Diploma in Operations and Management from Maharashtra University.

Before joining TSN in May 2024, Vishal contributed to Football Express and Six Sports and ran his own blog, Anfield Home, as a passionate Liverpool fan. An avid traveler, he follows multiple sports, including cricket, soccer, and tennis.