Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationMetro FootballUnverified source· 22 Jul 2026
Chelsea urged to hijack Man Utd and Arsenal move for £51m star
A top player could be heading to Stamford Bridge as pundits call for a hijack.
V. Gyökeres
player
Player
Viktor Gyökeres
Position
Forward
Current club
Sporting CP
Linked club
Chelsea
Reported fee
£51m
What happened. Chelsea have been urged to hijack Manchester United and Arsenal's pursuit of Sporting CP forward Viktor Gyökeres.
- Xabi Alonso has begun life at Chelsea.
- Gyökeres is described as a 'top player'.
Chelsea could strengthen their attack under new manager Xabi Alonso.
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