Serie A Champions Napoli’s domination took part in the race to sign sports CP striker Viktor Gyoker and began a high-stakes fight for the prolific Swedish forward against Premier League giants Arsenal.
According to Miller, Napoli manager Antonio Conte personally urged the club’s ranks to pursue a £67 million striker to bolster their offensive options ahead of his return to the UEFA Champions League.
The 26-year-old Gyoker appeared as one of Europe’s most sought after a sensational campaign with Sports Lisbon.
Viktor Gyoker has become a hot product
Former Brighton, Swansea and Coventry City forward have taken his game to new heights in Portugal.
His performance has attracted attention throughout Europe, with Arsenal Long being believed to be a frontrunner for his signature.
However, Napoli appears ready to take advantage of Arsenal’s hesitation.
Mikel Arteta’s side is reportedly weighing and considering whether to pursue Gyoker and RB Leipzig Striker Benjamin Sesko, who also appear on the club’s list.
That indecisiveness may provide Conte and Naples with the window of opportunity they need to make a deal.
Conte, who is out of the back of the campaign, won the Serie A title, further strengthened his authority at the club after turning down an offer from Juventus to stay in Naples.
Napoli is sure they can beat Arsenal
Napoli believes that it can tempt gyoker to Stadio Diego Armando Maradona as a summer signature, offering a strong negotiating position and Champions League football.
The coming weeks could prove to be decisive as both Napoli and Arsenal try to secure one of Europe’s hottest offensive talents.
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has admitted the threat of Gyoker posing.
“We know his strengths. How he runs a lot behind him, gets a lot in one V-One, he’s a top player in shape.”
Arsenal is considering a move to sign an underrated gem from a club that was kicked out