Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres matched Lionel Messi's record by scoring a hat-trick against Manchester City in a 4-1 Champions League victory, marking the first such achievement by a Sporting player in European competition in 42 years. Gyokeres' performance has sparked speculation about a potential move to Manchester United, especially as Sporting's manager Ruben Amorim is set to take over at United, bringing several staff members with him. Amorim hinted that Gyokeres could stay at Sporting until the end of the season, although a summer transfer might be possible. Former Manchester United player Rio Ferdinand expressed surprise that Premier League clubs overlooked Gyokeres, noting his unconventional career path from Brighton to Sporting. The developments surrounding Amorim's appointment at Manchester United and Gyokeres' impressive form have fueled discussions about their future in English football.