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Gyokeres' father 'emotionally distraught' as Arsenal transfer stalls

Arsenal’s pursuit of Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres has hit an impasse, with discussions over the transfer structure reaching a frustrating deadlock. Talks with Sporting Lisbon have made little headway in recent days, resulting in growing despondency among those closest to the player.

Why Arsenal's big-money move for Gyokeres remains at an impasse

Arsenal are yet to seal a move for Viktor Gyokeres despite closing in on a deal that could be worth around £69 million ($93m). Gyokeres is determined to leave Sporting CP this summer as he wants a move to the Premier League ahead of the 2025-26 campaign and as a result he did not even turn up for the club's pre-season preparations and instead stayed back in his homeland.

Gyokeres moves out! Arsenal-linked striker packs up house

Viktor Gyokeres has delivered another nod towards an Arsenal transfer being completed, with removal vans being sent to his home in Lisbon.

Gyokeres brutally dug out by Sporting fans during pre-season loss

Sporting CP fans showed their true feelings towards Viktor Gyokeres as a banner aimed at the Arsenal-bound striker read 'No one is above the club'.

'Gyokeres would be a feather in cap of Arsenal'

Former England boss Roy Hodgson has hailed Viktor Gyokeres amid Arsenal's interest in the Sporting CP striker.

Arsenal's deal for Gyokeres 'at risk of complete collapse'

Reports from Portugal suggest Viktor Gyokeres' long floated move from Sporting CP to Arsenal could be in danger of completely collapsing.

Arsenal warned Gyokeres faces taking 'two or three' steps up

Arsenal are being warned, with a deal in the pipeline, that Viktor Gyokeres will face “two or three” steps up in the Premier League.

Arsenal reach final agreement for Gyokeres transfer

Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. The news comes just days after the Swede refused to report for pre-season with the Portuguese side. Mikel Arteta has prioritised the 27-year-old as his new No. 9 and a five-year contract is ready, with The Athletic suggesting the deal is worth €73.5 million (£63.4m/$86m).

Sporting chief lets rip after Gyokeres skips pre-season

Sporting CP president Frederico Varandas has confirmed that Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres will be subjected to disciplinary action after missing his scheduled return to pre-season training. The forward, who had been granted an extended break, was expected to report back to the club on Saturday, July 12, but was absent without any prior notification.

Gyokeres goes AWOL! Sporting ace misses pre-season training

Viktor Gyokeres has escalated his transfer standoff with Sporting CP by not appearing for the club’s pre-season training, further fuelling speculation of an imminent move to Arsenal. The 27-year-old forward was expected to report to camp by 5pm local time on Saturday but failed to meet the deadline, prompting Sporting to consider disciplinary repercussions.

Gyokeres insists he's at the 'same table' as Kane, Lewa & Haaland

Viktor Gyokeres believes he is one of football's top strikers, saying he sits at the 'same table' as Harry Kane, Robert Lewandowksi and Erling Haaland.

Gyokeres out for 'revenge' as Arsenal remain optimistic of deal

Arsenal remain optimistic of signing Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres, as the Swede reveals he's 'out for revenge' upon his expected return to England.

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Another Gyokeres U-turn! Striker reopens door to Man Utd

Viktor Gyokeres has reportedly performed another U-turn on his future plans, with a transfer door being reopened for Manchester United.

Arsenal to give up on £69m Gyokeres?! ‘Glimmer of hope’ remains

Arsenal are reportedly considering giving up on their pursuit of Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres, with only a “glimmer of hope” remaining.

Gyokeres to Arsenal is on! 'Agent' Nwaneri gets fans excited

“Agent” Ethan Nwaneri has got Arsenal fans excited, with the teenage wonderkid considered to have offered a nod towards a Viktor Gyokeres transfer.

When Arsenal are expected to make a breakthrough in Gyokeres deal

Arsenal's hopes of finalising a move for Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres remain in limbo but there is an optimism in both camps that a deal could be thrashed out in the next couple of days. The Gunners, who have identified the Swedish striker as their top summer priority, believed they had made considerable progress over the weekend. However, the two sides find themselves in a deadlock over the payment structure of the transfer.

Gyokeres' Arsenal transfer in danger of collapsing

Viktor Gyokeres' proposed move to Arsenal could collapse amid an 'impasse' in negotiations with Sporting CP. Gunners officials have left Lisbon after failing to strike a final agreement with the Portuguese club. If the deal falls through, Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce are ready to try and sign the striker on loan.

'Can't think him enough'- Gyokeres has huge praise for Amorim

Viktor Gyokeres revealed his admiration for Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim as the Sporting CP striker closes in on a move to Arsenal. Gyökeres, who joined Sporting CP from Coventry City in 2023, was brought to Portugal by Amorim and has since gone on to enjoy a meteoric rise. With the move to North London on the horizon, the Swedish international has looked back fondly on his time under Amorim’s guidance.

Arsenal sporting director holds face-to-face Gyokeres talks

An Arsenal delegation flew to Lisbon last week to hammer out a transfer agreement with Sporting CP over star striker Viktor Gyokeres.

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Gyokeres isn't Haaland 2.0 - but he can make Arsenal champions

Mikel Arteta has finally listened to the pleas of the Gunners faithful by moving for the prolific Sweden international

Sporting CP target Luis Suarez as Gyokeres replacement

Sporting CP have identified Almeria's Luis Suarez as a possible replacement for Viktor Gyokeres as the striker nears a move to the Premier League.

Revealed: The fee Arsenal will pay Sporting for Gyokeres

Arsenal are on the verge of sealing a transfer for Viktor Gyokeres after agreeing to match Sporting CP's demands for the striker. The Gunners have agreed personal terms with the Swede, who has made up his mind about moving to the Premier League this summer. With Gyokeres' transfer almost sealed, Arsenal are no longer pursuing a move for RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko.

Gyokeres to give up €2m in salary to push through Arsenal move

Viktor Gyokeres has sacrificed part of his contract with Sporting CP in order to push through a transfer to Arsenal.

Sesko given €100 million price tag as Gunners move on

RB Leipzig have put Arsenal off signing Benjamin Sesko after the Gunners baulked at the German side's €100 million (£86m/$118m) asking price.

Arsenal in advanced talks to sign Gyokeres from Sporting CP

Arsenal are closing in on signing Sporting CP's star forward Viktor Gyokeres after agreeing personal terms with the player. The Gunners are now negotiating a deal for the 27-year-old and are reportedly in advanced talks with the Portuguese champions. The Gunners have been linked with a move for Gyokeres since the start of the summer and it now seems that the club will get their desired player.

Gyokeres on strike! Pre-season snub to force Arsenal transfer?

Viktor Gyokeres may not turn up to pre-season in stunning turn of events as he attempts to force through a move from Sporting CP to Arsenal.

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