Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres has his heart set on a move to the Premier League and a reunion with his former manager Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, according to the Sun.
Barcelona are one of the clubs keen on recruiting the services of the Sweden international in the summer, but he has his sights set on joining the Red Devils.
Man United are short of quality striking firepower having bagged just 13 goals in 12 league appearances in 2024-25.
Their new head coach could look to sign a new number 9 ahead of 2025-26 if both Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee fail to impress in front of goal going forward this term.
The Man United striking duo have just three goals between them this term, while Gyokeres has notched 24 goals and four assists in only 20 appearances.
The Red Devils could do with such a hitman, and they have reportedly ramped up their pursuit of the 26-year-old.
The Sweden international is a huge upgrade on the options they currently have at the Old Trafford club right now, and landing him will make a huge difference going forward.
The opportunity to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world and reunite with a coaching crew that got the best out of him will appeal to Gyokeres, and getting him to agree to personal terms is unlikely to be a problem.
However, Sporting will not be parting with such an important player for cheap, and Man United must be ready to break the bank for their man.
They will also be facing fierce competition from several suitors for the Swede, and failure to qualify for Europe next season could deal a blow on their chances.
The Red Devils are currently 12th in the Premier League table after 12 games and will have to improve significantly to play continental football next term.
