Manchester United legend Gary Pallister has spoken to the Swedish press, and told them he believes Sporting’s Viktor Gyökeres could be a good signing for the Red Devils.
The Sweden international has been linked with a move to Old Trafford and a possible reunion with his ex-Sporting boss Ruben Amorim.
Speaking to Fotboll Direkt, Pallister was asked his thoughts over Gyökeres and a possible move to Manchester United.
The former England international believes the Swede has the attributes to deal with the physical nature of the Premier League. Pallister went on to say the Sporting star would tested more in the English top flight but he likes would he’s seen of the player.
“He has the physique to play in the Premier League and he knows how to score goals. It’s just playing against better defenders, week in and week out, which will probably be the test for him,” said Pallister.
Gyökeres has been in sensational form this season, scoring 25 goals in 22 goals for Sporting this season. The 26-year-old has also continued this form with the Swedish national team in the UEFA Nations League.
This has led to speculation over his future and a possible return to the Uk after his spells with Brighton, Swansea City and Coventry City. There have been rumours Manchester United are showing an interest following their woes in front of goal this season but could face competition from multiple other clubs.
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