Viktor Gyokeres has expressed his sadness over the departure of Ruben Amorim to Manchester United.
Gyokeres shared that he is uncertain about a future move to the Manchester-based club, but maintained that he is happy at Sporting Lisbon.
When questioned over the exit of Amorim as head coach of Sporting Lisbon, Viktor Gyokeres indicated that he was sad to see the Portuguese leave the club.
Gyokeres, however, sent his best wishes to Ruben Amorim, who will be assuming his position as boss of Manchester United on November 11, 2024.
He said: “Going with Amorim to Man United? I don’t know, I’m here. As you can see, I enjoy it at Sporting. It’s nothing I think about.
“I’m sad about him leaving. We wish him all the best.”
Viktor Gyokeres
Viktor Gyokeres has attracted the interest of many top clubs across Europe, including; Arsenal and Manchester United.
The 26-year-old has been stellar for Sporting Lisbon since joining the club from Coventry City in July 2023.
Gyokeres has made 66 appearances for Sporting, scoring 63 goals and providing 19 assists across all competitions.
Ruben Amorim Answers Question Regarding Taking Players Of Sporting Lisbon To Manchester United
Ruben Amorim has stated clearly that he won’t be signing any Sporting Lisbon player in January 2024.
Amorim pointed out that his years at the Portuguese club have been the best years of his life and claimed that he is never going to forget his time at Sporting Lisbon.
Ruben Amorim said: “I’m not going to come for any Sporting player in January.
“These years at Sporting have been the best years of my life and I won’t forget that.”
Sporting Lisbon Matches That Ruben Amorim Will Take Charge Following His Appointment As Manchester United Boss
Amorim was in the technical area when Sporting Lisbon smashed Estrela da Amadora 5-1 on Friday, November 1, 2024, in a matchday Liga Portugal fixture.
Viktor Gyokeres registered a haul in the encounter, with Maximiliano Araujo netting the other goal for Sporting Lisbon.
Estrela da Amadora’s lone goal in the encounter came via Rodrigo Pinho in the 35th minute.
Ruben Amorim will be in charge of Sporting Lisbon’s clash with Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, before ending his spell with the club on November 10, 2024, with an away game against former club Braga.
Sporting Lisbon
Sporting Lisbon are unbeaten under Amorim this campaign, having played 15 matches, drawing 1 and winning 14.
They occupy the summit of Liga Portugal with 30 points from 10 matches, scoring 35 goals and conceding just 3 goals.
In the UEFA Champions League, Sporting Lisbon sit in the 8th spot with 7 points and are in a favorable position to qualify for the knockout phase.
Fascinatingly, they are still in the Portugal Cup, and they can be accommodating dreams of claiming the treble (Liga Portugal, Taca de Portugal, and UEFA Champions League).
Who Is Victor Gyokeres?
He is a Swedish professional footballer who plays as a striker for Primeira Liga club Sporting CP and the Sweden national team.
Gyokeres’ Personal Information?
Viktor Gyokeres was born on June 4, 1998, in Stockholm, Sweden, to father Stefan Gyökeres, but his mother’s name is unknown.
Viktor Gyokeres’s Market Value And Net Worth?
His market value is €70 million according to Transfermkt, while his net worth is estimated to be between the region of €3 million – €4 million.
Viktor Gyokeres’ Career Stats?
Viktor Gyokeres has made 297 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 140 goals and providing 50 assists in all competitions.
Internationally, Gyokeres has made 24 appearances for Sweden, scoring 10 goals and providing 5 assists.
His Position?
He functions primarily as a center-forward.
Viktor Gyokeres’ Achievements?
He has won 1 Liga Portugal title.
Individually, Gyokeres claimed the Primeira Liga Player of the Year in the 2023/24 campaign, while he also finished as the top scorer in Liga Portugal in the 2023/24 season.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
Viktor Gyokeres has played for several clubs in his career, including; Brighton, Swansea City, and Coventry City.
