Viktor Gyökeres’ determination and character indicate he has the potential to remain at the elite level of football. The Sporting forward is currently enjoying a prolific scoring streak for both his club and national team, making him a likely target for Rúben Amorim at Manchester United. Following a tumultuous period for Sporting Clube de Portugal, the upcoming international break should provide a brief respite as the club transitions into the post-Rúben Amorim era. The emotional farewell during the coach’s last match at the Estádio José Alvalade, where they triumphed over Manchester City, will soon feel like a distant memory. However, recent international performances suggest that the situation may not be as calm as anticipated. Clubs often worry about their star players expressing themselves too openly in their native languages, especially when surrounded by familiar faces. In this case, it is Gyökeres’ upcoming performances on the pitch that could spark the next wave of transfer speculation in European football.