MANCHESTER UNITED are optimistic about their prospects of signing Viktor Gyokeres this summer, according to reports. The Red Devils are eager to strengthen their front line ahead of next term.

The Gunners have been considered favourites to sign the prolific Sporting CP star for a while, but another team may have a telling advantage.

Manchester United and Arsenal are among the clubs chasing Viktor Gyokeres, though Sporting Lisbon are determined to hang onto their star striker until at least the summer