Chelsea Rekindle Interest in Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyokeres with €75M Transfer Talks

Chelsea have reignited their pursuit of Sporting CP’s prolific striker Viktor Gyokeres, holding fresh discussions with his representatives to confirm their interest in a potential €75M (£65M) summer transfer, according to TEAMtalk. The Swedish forward, who has netted an impressive 87 goals in 95 appearances since joining Sporting from Coventry City in 2023, has emerged as one of Europe’s most sought-after talents.

Gyokeres, 26, boasts a remarkable 0.92 goals-per-game ratio this season, per ESPN, and has also contributed six goals in eight UEFA Champions League matches in the 2024/25 campaign, as reported by UEFA.com. Despite Chelsea’s interest, football.london notes that Gyokeres is not on their four-man shortlist, which includes names like Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, hinting at internal debates over their top striker target.

The Blues’ latest move has sparked varied reactions on X, with some fans excited about the potential upgrade, while others remain skeptical, citing Chelsea’s history of heavy spending. Sporting CP could be open to a deal, with The Sun reporting they might accept £55M to £70M as a gesture of gratitude to Gyokeres, who stayed with the club in January. As the transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Stamford Bridge.