Manchester United have been dealt a boost in the race for Viktor Gyokeres after Real Madrid rejected the chance to sign the Sporting CP forward. Gyokeres, 27, has emerged as a summer target for Ruben Amorim's side following an excellent season at Sporting, where he plundered 54 goals in 52 matches in all competitions.

Real Madrid were offered the chance to sign Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres, but they are focusing on other targets as new boss Xabi Alonso begins to shape his squad

However, Juventus, the Italian club, have recently tried to intervene in the deal. Reports from Italy suggest that the Serie A heavyweights are prepared to offer Gyokeres an impressive £11million-per-year contract to reject Premier League interest and relocate to Turin.