Coventry City’s transfer prospects face a setback as reports suggest that Viktor Gyokeres is inclined to extend his stay at Sporting Lisbon. The 26-year-old striker, formerly with Sky Blues, has captured the interest of various European clubs following an impressive season contributing to Sporting’s triumph in the Portuguese league. With an outstanding record of 43 goals and 15 assists in 50 matches, top clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, and PSG have taken notice.

Having reluctantly sold Gyokeres last year for a sum potentially reaching £21 million, Coventry City stands to benefit from a ten percent profit as part of a sell-on clause if the player is transferred. Arsenal is rumored to be the frontrunner in securing Gyokeres, who reportedly possesses an £86 million release clause. Coventry City’s coffers could see a boost of approximately £6.5 million if the speculated transfer fee is met.

Despite initial speculations, Swedish media outlet fotbollskanalen indicates that Gyokeres might not be seeking a major move this summer, as he purportedly intends to spend another year at Sporting Lisbon. Reports from A Bola mention Sporting’s plans to reward Gyokeres with a salary increase as a gesture of appreciation.

Gyokeres recently underwent a successful knee operation in May, with a planned recovery timeline that has apparently been accelerated by a couple of weeks due to his dedication. His swift recuperation has impressed Sporting’s management, and the forward is set to join pre-season training shortly.

Sporting’s administration appears confident and relaxed about the upcoming transfer window post-Euros, focusing on potentially renewing Gyokeres’s contract, which runs until 2028, and offering him enhanced terms for an additional year. Negotiations on this front are anticipated to commence later this summer, with stakeholders eagerly waiting to observe the outcome.