I really can’t stop crying knowing Fully well that what is happening to my son now is not ordinary,I tried to control myself after receiving that call from Sporting Lisbon president yesterday but I couldn’t”, Victor Gyokeres father reveals the Real reasons why He broke down in tears yesterday amid Victor Gyokeres ongoing transfer set back to Arsenal
The ongoing transfer drama involving Victor Gyökeres and Arsenal took a deeply emotional turn yesterday, as the striker’s father broke his silence in a heartbreaking press conference that left reporters stunned and fans concerned.
In a voice choked with emotion, Mr. Gyökeres, the father of the Swedish striker, revealed the real reason behind his tears and why he believes something unnatural may be affecting his son’s high-profile move to the Premier League.
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🗣️ “I Tried to Control Myself, But I Couldn’t…”
> “I really can’t stop crying knowing fully well that what is happening to my son now is not ordinary,” he began.
“I tried to control myself after receiving that call from Sporting Lisbon’s president yesterday — but I couldn’t.”
The emotional outburst followed reports that Victor Gyökeres’ £85 million transfer to Arsenal had suffered another mysterious delay, despite weeks of progress and reported agreements between both clubs.
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❗ Strange Setbacks Raising Eyebrows
While financial terms were reportedly close to being finalized, the deal has now stalled without a clear explanation. According to Mr. Gyökeres, the repeated setbacks are beginning to feel “spiritual” or “beyond football.”
> “Too many things are going wrong for no reason — it doesn’t feel like football anymore,” he said, sparking speculation that the family may be concerned about forces outside the boardroom interfering with the player’s future.
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🧠 Mental and Emotional Toll on the Player
Close sources indicate that Victor himself is beginning to feel the weight of the situation. After an incredible season at Sporting Lisbon where he scored goals for fun and attracted interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, and others, the striker now finds himself stuck in transfer limbo, with his dream Premier League move slipping further away.
> “Victor is a strong boy, but this is affecting him. I just pray for clarity and peace,” his father added.
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🔄 Arsenal’s Side of the Story
While Arsenal have remained quiet officially, reports from within the Emirates suggest the club is still fully committed to landing Gyökeres. However, legal issues, agent complications, and Sporting’s recent demands may be creating last-minute blocks.
Some insiders believe that a third party may be pressuring Sporting to reroute the deal or delay it long enough to open the door for a rival bid — most likely from within the Premier League.
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🕊️ Fans Offer Prayers and Support
As news of Mr. Gyökeres’ emotional breakdown spread, Arsenal and Sporting fans flooded social media with messages of support for both the player and his family. Hashtags like #FreeGyokeres and #PrayForVictor began trending as many urged the football world to allow the player to follow his path without interference.
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⚽ What’s Next?
Sporting Lisbon president Frederico Varandas is expected to make a formal statement within the next 24 hours, while Arsenal may revisit their offer with new clauses to force the deal forward.
One thing is clear — for Victor Gyökeres and his family, this transfer has become more than football. It’s now a battle of hope, faith, and fate.