Viktor Gyökeres: 39 Goals in 34 Games and a Triumphant Farewell from Sporting
The 2024/25 season was nothing short of historic for Viktor Gyökeres. The Swedish striker delivered a phenomenal campaign in the Portuguese Primeira Liga, scoring an astonishing 39 goals in 34 matches, playing a key role in Sporting Clube de Portugal’s league title win, their second in a row.
Signed from Coventry City in 2023, Gyökeres quickly became a cornerstone of Sporting’s attack, winning over fans with his physical strength, killer instinct, and ability to perform in crucial moments. This season, in addition to his impressive league stats, he also shone in European and domestic competitions, cementing his status as one of the deadliest strikers in European football.
With the season wrapped up in glory, the eyes of Europe’s elite clubs are now fixed on the Swedish star. According to sources close to the club, a £60 million move is expected this summer, with Premier League and Bundesliga sides battling for his signature. His release clause sits at around €100 million, but Sporting are reportedly open to negotiating for a lower fee, given the sporting value already realized.
Now, Gyökeres prepares to take the next step in his career, leaving Alvalade with universal admiration and the status of a club icon. His departure marks the end of a short but extraordinary chapter that will remain forever etched in the club’s history.
