Viktor Gyokeres' 'dream' transfer revealed after Sporting CP sensation turns down chance to reunite with Ruben Amorim at Man Utd

According to The Guardian, Gyokeres has said it would be his "dream" to sign for Arsenal. The Gunners have qualified for next Champions League, while United are in the middle of a protracted rebuild. The 27-year-old's representatives have informed the Old Trafford outfit his future lies elsewhere.

Despite Gyokeres' desire for a move to north London, it is far from a done deal. The Guardian reports that Mikel Arteta would prefer to strengthen his squad's striking options by making a deal for RB Leipzig's Bejamin Sesko. The 22-year-old Slovenian is available for a fee of £60m (€70m), while Sporting value Gyokeres at £68m (€80m).

The search for a No.9 to lead the line at United has taken a few twists and turns, just a few weeks into the transfer window. The Red Devils have also been linked with Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike and Napoli's disgruntled marksman Victor Osimhen.

Speculation over Gyokeres' future has been one of the biggest stories of the summer. With this latest report, this particular transfer saga shows no sign of immediate resolution, even if the player has made it clear he will not be joining Manchester United.