In the often-unpredictable world of football transfers, club presidents sometimes choose their words carefully to manage expectations. However, Sporting CP President Frederico Varandas recently adopted a rather direct approach when discussing the future of star forward Viktor Gyökeres. His assessment was stark: Gyökeres will “only not leave if he has the worst agent in the world.”
This declaration, delivered with a dose of hyperbole and perhaps a touch of weary realism, cuts straight to the point. It`s not a literal critique of the player`s representative; rather, it`s a thinly veiled acknowledgement of two key factors: the immense market interest in Gyökeres and the standard operating procedure of a football agent to facilitate lucrative moves for a high-performing client.
Viktor Gyökeres has been a revelation for Sporting since his arrival. His prolific goalscoring, powerful runs, and relentless work rate have made him indispensable and, consequently, a prime target for clubs across Europe`s top leagues. When a player performs at such a high level, attracting bids that meet or approach a significant release clause is not just likely, it`s expected.
President Varandas` remark essentially signals that Sporting is aware of the situation and understands the strong possibility, if not probability, of Gyökeres departing. The phrase “worst agent in the world” humorously underscores the idea that only a completely incompetent agent would fail to find a major transfer opportunity for a player in such high demand. A good agent, by definition, would be actively working towards such a move if it benefits their client.
This candid statement positions Sporting not as desperately trying to cling onto their star against all odds, but as a club that develops top talent and is prepared for the financial reality of the transfer market. While popular with fans, Gyökeres represents a significant potential income stream through a transfer fee, which can then be reinvested into the squad`s future development.
Ultimately, the president`s remarks confirm what many observers have already suspected: **Viktor Gyökeres**` future at Sporting CP appears highly uncertain. The question of his departure seems less dependent on the club`s desire to keep him or the player`s sentiment, and more on the inevitable convergence of market demand and competent representation. The `worst agent` scenario is, fittingly, almost unimaginable.
