Arsenal Close to Sealing Gyökeres Deal as Talks Reach Final Stage

Gyökeres Arsenal breakthrough edges closer as Sporting CP opens the door to a potential Premier League move for the prolific striker.

Arsenal are close to finalizing a deal for Viktor Gyökeres after breakthrough with negotiations now in their final stages, according to The Athletics. The Swedish striker, who scored 54 goals last season for Sporting CP, is expected to become one of the club’s most expensive signings.

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The Gunners have already agreed personal terms with Gyökeres, who is set to sign a five-year contract Arsenal’s latest offer reportedly exceeds €60 million plus add-ons, but Sporting CP are holding out for a fee closer to €70 million. Club president Frederico Varandas has made it clear that Sporting won’t settle for less, though he admitted the club is “sensitive to Viktor’s dreams.”

Gyökeres is eager to make the move and has taken steps to help push the deal forward. He’s reportedly delayed his return to pre-season training and agreed to forgo £1.75 million in wages over five years to help facilitate the transfer. His desire to play in the Premier League—and to join a title-contending side—has made Arsenal his preferred destination.

Manager Mikel Arteta sees Gyökeres as the ideal striker to lead Arsenal’s attack. After three consecutive second-place finishes in the Premier League, the club is determined to add a powerful, clinical forward to break their title drought. Gyökeres’ blend of physicality, finishing, and pressing ability fits perfectly into Arteta’s tactical vision.

If the final details are resolved soon, Gyökeres could join Arsenal’s squad in time for their Asia pre-season tour, which begins on July 19. The move would mark a major statement of intent from the North London club ahead of the 2025–26 campaign.

With only minor points left to finalize, Arsenal are confident the deal will be completed in the coming days. Gyökeres’ arrival could be the spark that transforms Arsenal from contenders into champions.