Viktor Gyokeres has dismissed the possibility of a move to Nottingham Forest this summer as he gets ready to leave Sporting CP, according to reports.
Gyokeres, who has attracted interest from top clubs in Europe, is expected to depart Sporting after a successful season with 40 goals in 41 appearances across all competitions.
The Premier League appears to be his next destination, with clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Newcastle United all interested. Recent reports suggested that Nottingham Forest had entered talks to sign the 26-year-old, but this has been ruled out by Florian Plettenberg.
Plettenberg’s statement indicates Gyokeres’ desire to join a team capable of challenging for major European titles in the future.
Arsenal, Liverpool, and City are rumored to be Gyokeres’ preferred destinations, with the Premier League being his top priority as he aims to make his mark in England.
Last summer, a €100m (£83.6m) release clause deterred potential suitors, but Gyokeres now has an agreement with Sporting to leave for a lower fee.
Clubs interested in signing Gyokeres will need to pay around €60m-€70m (£50.2m-£58.5m).
The prospect of Gyokeres playing in the Premier League has caught the attention of his national team manager, Jon Dahl Tomasson, who praised his abilities and potential impact in England.
Tomasson believes Gyokeres would excel in the Premier League and could thrive at any top club in the world.
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