Gyokeres rejects Sporting talks – Thursday’s gossip

As he tries to force a move, Chelsea eye Morgan Rogers, and Leeds target a Premier League striker, Viktor Gyokeres rejects the talks with Sporting.

Viktor Gyokeres, 27, has threatened to go on strike as he tries to compel a move from the Portuguese club and has refused to hold clear-the-air talks with Sporting. (Mirror)

Brazilian international Rodrigo Muniz, 24, has received a £26 million offer from newly promoted Leeds, with an additional £6 million in add-ons. (Standard)

However, several Spanish and Italian clubs are also considering moving for PSV Eindhoven and American striker Ricardo Pepi, 22. (Romano-Fabrizio)

Myles Lewis-Skelly, an England international, is about to sign a new deal that will make him one of the highest-paid young players in the world. (Athletic – A subscription required)

However, Parma‘s assistant manager Carlos Cuesta will depart from Arsenal to take over as their new head coach. (Guardian)

Should Aston Villa be interested in making a sale, Chelsea will still have an interest in England international Morgan Rogers, 22. (Mail+-subscription required)

If Aston Villa receive a bid greater than £20 million for the Argentine international, Aston Villa will be willing to sell the 28-year-old midfielder. (Caught Offside)

Joao Pedro, 23, a Brazilian striker, is also wanted by Newcastle, and Chelsea have made contact with Brighton. (Romano-Fabrizio)

Yoane Wissa, a 28-year-old DR Congo international, is wanted by Nottingham Forest, Tottenham, Arsenal, Fenerbahce, and Galatasaray for a £50 million fee from Brentford. (Teamtalk)

Tottenham and Leeds both contacted the player’s representatives after Nice and Ivory Coast forward Evann Guessand, 23, is attracting interest. (TBR Football)