Viktor Gyokeres, despite attracting attention from Arsenal and other prominent European clubs, has declined to pledge his future to Sporting.
The talented striker has had an exceptional first season in Portugal, contributing significantly to the team’s triumph in securing the league title over the weekend.
Gyokeres has been in remarkable form, leading the goal-scoring charts in the Portuguese top flight with an impressive tally of 27 goals, accompanied by 10 assists.
Arsenal, along with several other renowned clubs across Europe, have been closely monitoring his progress as they seek to bolster their attacking options in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Sporting are determined to retain the services of the Swedish player, who has a release clause of €100 million (£85m) in his contract. However, Gyokeres remains secretive about his future plans.
In the upcoming summer transfer window, Arsenal is actively seeking to strengthen their squad. Alongside a forward, they have expressed interest in acquiring a defender and a midfielder.
Under the guidance of Mikel Arteta, the Gunners have had a remarkable season and are still in contention for the Premier League title with only two games remaining.
It has been quite a while since Arsenal last clinched the title, achieving an undefeated season in 2004.