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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 47084, member: 636"] Sporting Lisbon president Frederico Varandas says his club feels no pressure to sell striker Viktor Gyokeres this summer. The Portuguese team leader respects what the Swedish player wants for his career. Varandas explained that Sporting has moved past needing to sell their best talent. The club promised not to demand the full buyout clause amount. They plan to set a fair price based on what Gyokeres contributed last season. Varandas believes Gyokeres will likely leave this transfer window. He pointed to recent deals like Zubimendi moving to Arsenal for 65 million euros. Other Premier League players such as Matheus Cunha and Mbeumo have been valued at 75 million euros. The Sporting president thinks these examples show what top players cost. He called Gyokeres one of the best players worldwide. The club president refused to reveal their asking price for the striker. Gyokeres agent already knows the exact figure Sporting wants. Varandas confirmed they will reject any offer around 60 million euros with add-ons. The president wants fans to enjoy their double championship celebration. He sees just two possible outcomes for the summer transfer period. Either a team pays what Sporting considers fair market value or Gyokeres remains at the club. Varandas said the team would be happy with either result. Any interested club must meet both the financial demands and help fulfill the player dreams. The president emphasized that Sporting supporters deserve to celebrate their successful season regardless of transfer activity. [/QUOTE]

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