BREAKING: Arsenal Close In On Viktor Gyökeres After Receiving Transfer Boost
Arsenal have taken a significant step forward in their pursuit of Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres, as the club has reportedly received the go-ahead to push ahead with the deal. The Gunners have identified the Swedish international as their top attacking target for the upcoming summer transfer window, and both parties are now edging closer to reaching a full agreement.
Sources close to the negotiations reveal that Gyökeres has made Arsenal his preferred destination, with the North London club also making the 26-year-old their number one striker option. Personal terms between Arsenal and the player have already been successfully agreed upon, marking an important milestone in the potential transfer.
However, the only remaining obstacle is the transfer fee. Arsenal are currently prepared to offer around €70 million for the prolific forward, while Sporting CP remain firm on their €85 million valuation.
The positive progress in talks has placed Arsenal in a commanding position to secure Gyökeres’ signature. Manchester United, who have also shown strong interest in the striker, are believed to be keeping a close eye on the situation should Arsenal’s deal fall apart. However, insiders suggest United now accept that Gyökeres is leaning heavily towards a move to the Emirates Stadium.
Throughout the transfer window build-up, Arsenal have also held discussions with other striker targets, including Benjamin Šeško. Nonetheless, Viktor Gyökeres has steadily moved to the top of their wish list, especially with Mikel Arteta keen on adding a proven goalscorer to his squad for next season’s Premier League and Champions League campaigns.
Reports from Portugal indicate that Arsenal are currently in the strongest position to land the former Coventry City striker. Gyökeres, who has had an outstanding season in the Portuguese top flight, has attracted interest from several major clubs, including Chelsea, who were also monitoring his situation closely.
Despite the ongoing speculation, the Swedish forward has remained calm and professional, continuing to deliver impressive performances for Sporting. Speaking after his recent hat-trick, Gyökeres commented on the transfer rumors, saying, “No one can predict the future; for now, we’re enjoying the moment.”
As talks progress, Arsenal fans will be hoping the club can finalize the deal and bring one of Europe’s most in-demand strikers to North London ahead of what promises to be an exciting new season.
