Arsenal have reportedly reached an agreement on personal terms with Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres ahead of a summer move to Emirates Stadium.The Gunners are expected to improve their attacking options this summer, with Gyokeres emerging as a top target.
Viktor Gyokeres has been an outstanding performer for Sporting CP. Last season, he scored 43 goals and assisted 15 times in 50 appearances. His prolific form has caught the attention of several top clubs, including Arsenal.
According to Fichajes, Arsenal has reached an agreement on personal terms with Gyokeres. The Gunners’ next move is to negotiate a realistic transfer fee with Sporting CP, who have asked that Gyokeres’ €80 million release clause be paid in full. Gyokeres is certainly one of the top strikers in the world right now, and it is no surprise that the Portuguese club are demanding a huge fee for him.
Arsenal’s willingness to meet this value remains to be seen, but signing Gyokeres will be vital in their bid to beat Manchester City for the Premier League title this season, after narrowly losing out on the crown the previous two seasons.
The Swedish international striker will also be interested in joining the Premier League. Arsenal are one of the biggest clubs in the world and the opportunity to play for them can be hard to turn down. The striker will certainly be excited about the possibility of playing in the Premier league next season.
Arsenal will be able to offer him with a platform to compete at the top level, and he will have the opportunity to battle for the league title with them. The striker is likely to improve with coaching and experience, and he could develop into a key player for the club.
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