DEAL CLOSE: Arsenal have taken advantage of sluggish Man United to hijack Ten Hag ‘very fast’ target- Big loss for United as the player already agreed 100% terms with Arsenal- Player is set to fly to Emirate this week to complete Arsenal medical- Fabrizio Romano confirms
DEAL CLOSE: Arsenal have taken advantage of sluggish Man United to hijack Ten Hag ‘very fast’ target- Big loss for United as the player already agreed 100% terms with Arsenal- Player is set to fly to Emirate this week to complete Arsenal medical- Fabrizio Romano confirms
Arsenal is gearing up for a busy summer in the transfer market as Edu and Mikel Arteta work to perfect their squad. The Gunners have made significant progress in recent years, transitioning from an upper mid-table team to serious contenders for the Premier League title.
Arsenal’s improvements are evident, but there’s still work to be done to elevate the team to the next level. Strengthening the squad is a priority, with a new striker being a top target. The Gunners are actively seeking a prolific No. 9 to convert the opportunities created by their midfield and wingers.
According to a recent report from Portugal, Arsenal is on the brink of a significant signing. The Gunners are close to securing Sporting Lisbon’s star striker, Viktor Gyokeres, for an initial fee of around £76 million.
Viktor Gyokeres is one of the most sought-after talents in European football. The Sporting Lisbon-dedicated website, Leonino, reported that Arsenal is nearing a deal for the Swedish international. Initially, Sporting Lisbon demanded €100 million, Gyokeres’ release clause, but it appears both clubs have reached a compromise. The agreed initial fee is €90 million (£76 million), with performance bonuses potentially raising the total package to €120 million (£101 million).
These add-ons are contingent on Gyokeres’ performance, including the number of goals he scores, his appearances in the Champions League, and the titles he wins with Arsenal.
Earlier this week, Leonino noted that only ‘financial details’ were delaying the deal between Arsenal and Sporting Lisbon. It seems these obstacles have now been overcome, bringing Arsenal closer to finalizing this exciting acquisition.
Coventry manager Mark Robins previously shared his thoughts on Gyokeres in an interview with the Coventry Telegraph in 2022. He praised the striker’s power, technique, and goal-scoring hunger, stating, “He has got everything in his locker and that desire and hunger to score goals.” Robins also mentioned Gyokeres’ fiery temperament, which he sometimes struggles to control when things don’t go his way.
Since his time at Coventry, Gyokeres has developed significantly and is much closer to being the complete player Arsenal needs. His potential signing is generating a lot of excitement, and with any luck, the deal will be finalized soon, possibly within days.
Arsenal fans have plenty to look forward to this summer. The potential signing of Viktor Gyokeres could be a game-changer, adding a dynamic striker to an already strong squad. As the transfer window progresses, supporters will be eagerly watching for official announcements and preparing for an exciting new season ahead.
