Atletico Madrid join Arsenal, Man Utd & Chelsea in Viktor Gyokeres transfer battle as Diego Simeone considers bid for Man City's Mateo Kovacic in summer overhaul

Atletico Madrid will attempt to challenge Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd to the signing of Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres.

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• Gyokeres wanted by top clubs
• Atletico eager to snap him up
• Sporting demand at least €80m

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Gyokeres is one of the most in-demand strikers in Europe thanks to his incredible goal record for Sporting, attracting interest from the Premier League trio. However, reports that Atletico are considering entering the race as they look to strengthen Diego Simeone's squad.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The 26-year-old, who has scored 48 goals in 47 games for Sporting this season, is expected to cost upwards of €80 million (£68m/$91m) and Atleti are 'dreaming' of bringing him to La Liga. The Spanish side are looking to invest in other areas of the squad, with Tottenham's Cristian Romero on their list of possible signings. Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic and Thomas Partey of Arsenal are also on their radar, although Villarreal's Alex Baena is their top target in that area.

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  Atletico could see star forward Antoine Griezmann leave at the end of the season, so they will hope to partner Gyokeres with ex-City attacker Julian Alvarez up front.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR GYOKERES?

  The Sweden international is aiming to finish the season with another Primeira Liga title under his belt before he confirms his next move in the summer.