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.

Manchester United hope they have a key advantage over Arsenal in the race to sign Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP - the prolific striker's close relationship with Ruben Amorim. Gyokeres was playing Championship football for Coventry City at the age of 24,

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