HERE WE GO:Chelsea have ‘laid the groundwork’ to sign £84m star in the summer after holding talks during January transfer window

Chelsea have been actively pursuing the signing of Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon. Reports indicate that the club has laid significant groundwork for this transfer, having held discussions during the January transfer window. Sporting Lisbon, which currently values Gyökeres at €100 million (£84 million), is reportedly open to negotiating a deal for a lower fee in the upcoming summer, provided no club triggers his release clause in January.

Gyökeres has been in exceptional form, contributing significantly to Sporting’s attacking prowess. His performances have attracted interest from several top European clubs, but Chelsea’s proactive approach and ongoing negotiations suggest they are keen to secure his services to bolster their attacking options for the next season.