I think he said something a lot softer along the lines of being undecided about just letting him play out his contract. I don't think anyone really took that seriously and it was also a while ago now.
no just Turner reporting sloppy seconds again. He was actually quoting fans, King's said nothing in public as far as I can see
https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/sport/football/transfer-news/coventry-transfers-viktor-gyokeres-sporting-27252461
It's part of what happens when the club cannot afford to offer longer contracts to these younger players, whether it's risk, wages or a combination. Even if we do get a late offer now that suits Vik too, it's unlikely to be a great deal better.
Hopefully common sense will prevail. This can't go on into next week and risk the success of the training camp - I don't believe it will for what it's worth. Knowing the cost of everything and the value of nothing is no way to run a club.
Turner 'understands' that Vik is off this week
https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/sport/football/transfer-news/coventry-transfers-viktor-gyokeres-sporting-27244925
When someone comes on a free there will be signing bonuses and higher wages than if a fee had been paid. That might actually affect immediate cash flow more than a signing with a fee. The summer months are difficult re cash for most clubs, as we saw last year, income dips sharply yet wages and...