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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.

Chelsea flop Felix makes transfer admission after failed loan

Joao Felix admits that, after flopping at Chelsea and struggling during a loan spell at AC Milan, he is open to heading “home” and joining Benfica.

Kokcu eyes Slot reunion at Liverpool after snubbing Turkey offers

Benfica's Orkun Kokcu wants to move to England to join Arne Slot's Liverpool amid interest from Turkish clubs.

Arsenal close in on Gyokeres deal

Arsenal appear to be closing in on their preferred attacking reinforcement this summer, with advanced negotiations underway for the signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. Having evaluated multiple striker options, the Gunners have reportedly turned their full attention to the Swedish international, side-lining previous target Benjamin Sesko in the process.

'Keeps me awake at night!' - Farioli opens up on Ajax exit amid Porto links

Former Ajax coach Francesco Farioli opened up on his surprise departure from the club in May and also shed light on his plans for the future.

Arsenal handed €60m Gyokeres boost as clause in contract is revealed

Arsenal have been handed a huge boost in their pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres, with a clause greasing the wheels of €60m deal.

Isak, Rodrygo & nine stars set to join €100m club next - ranked

With the spending power among the elite clubs now greater than ever, there is likely to be a host of eye-watering deals in the coming weeks

Benfica eye Felix reunion amid struggles in Milan & London

Joao Felix could be on the verge of a homecoming as Benfica reportedly weigh a £25.6 million offer for the forward, whose form has declined significantly since he left Portuguese shores in 2019. The Chelsea attacker, currently under contract until 2031, endured an uninspiring loan spell at AC Milan last season, and now finds himself at a crossroads once again.

Gyokeres makes transfer U-turn amid Man Utd and Arsenal interest

Viktor Gyokeres has made a transfer U-turn as he aims to force a move to Manchester United or Arsenal this summer.

CA Boca Juniors v SL Benfica: Group C - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

'Make us an offer!' - Madrid told to pay up for Carreras by Benfica chief

Benfica president Rui Costa has denied the claims suggesting Real Madrid have sent an offer to buy left-back Alvaro Carreras.

Arsenal plan new and improved bid for Gyokeres

Arsenal set to increase their bid for Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres as the chase for RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko hits a block.

Manchester United FC v Arsenal FC - Premier League

Arsenal sent transfer warning amid Sesko and Gyokeres links

Former Arsenal defender William Gallas believes his old side could slip down the Premier League table if they don't sign a striker this summer.

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Dyche reveals how close Everton came to signing Gyokeres

Sean Dyche has revealed that Everton missed out on signing prolific Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres back when the striker was in the Championship.

Arsenal's stance on Sesko deal revealed amid Gyokeres interest

Arsenal want to complete Benjamin Sesko's transfer on their terms and have set a deadline for the deal to be sealed amid interest in Viktor Gyokeres.

Revealed: The clubs Gyokeres is willing to join as he awaits offers

Viktor Gyokeres is awaiting formal bids from interested clubs amid a fallout with Sporting CP president Frederico Varandas.

Explained: Why Madrid snubbed Gyokeres despite Alonso's demands

Viktor Gyokeres was offered to Real Madrid, but the club turned down the opportunity to sign him despite Xabi Alonso's wish to sign a new striker.

Crystal Palace FC v Aston Villa FC - Premier League

Arsenal ditch Gyokeres interest & resurrect Watkins pursuit

Arsenal's frustration over Viktor Gyokeres could lead to a renewed approach for Aston Villa and England striker Ollie Watkins.

Why Madrid refuse to match €50m Carreras clause explained

Real Madrid are keen to sign Alvaro Carreras from Benfica but are refusing to trigger his release clause, aiming to negotiate a structured deal.

Arsenal threaten to walk away from Gyokeres talks after price hike

Arsenal have reportedly threatened to walk away from the deal to sign Viktor Gyokeres after Sporting CP hiked up their prices for the striker.

Why Sporting are prepared to hike Gyokeres valuation

Sporting CP have been tipped to raise their asking price for star striker Viktor Gyokeres, who remains linked with Manchester United and Arsenal.

Porto complain to Barca about 'kidnapped' wonderkid deal

Barcelona’s move for 16-year-old Cardoso Varela has angered Porto, who have accused his agent of pushing a controversial move to Croatia.

Gyokeres hits out at 'mostly false' reports and promises update

Viktor Gyokeres took to Instagram to share an update on his future, claiming there is a lot of talk amid rumors of being at odds with Sporting CP.

Arsenal make first Gyokeres offer as Man Utd plan bigger bid

Arsenal have reportedly sent their first offer for Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres, while Manchester United are prepared to outbid their rivals.

Benfica put unsellable tag on Chelsea & Newcastle target

Benfica have ruled out any transfer for Vangelis Pavlidis, deeming him untouchable amid interest from the Premier League.

Palace eye £45m-rated star 'nurtured' by Man Utd's Amorim

Crystal Palace are reportedly exploring an ambitious move for £45 million-rated Sporting CP star Ousmane Diomande.

Madrid agree to pay Benfica release clause in full for Carreras

Real Madrid have reportedly reached a final agreement over the signing of Alvaro Carreras with Benfica and will pay the full release clause.

Gyokeres' stance on Man Utd move revealed

Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres is reportedly open to moving to Manchester United despite the Red Devils missing out on Champions League qualification.

Fenerbahce v Trabzonspor - Turkish Super League

Mourinho told to 'set his ego down' to save coaching career

Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho has been told he has lost the "humility" that brought him so much success at Chelsea, Inter and Real Madrid.

Good news for Madrid in pursuit of €50m Carreras

Real Madrid's hopes of signing full-back Alvaro Carreras from Benfica received a boost as the Portuguese side agreed to sign his replacement.

Man Utd want Sporting star to replace Fernandes amid Al-Hilal links

Manchester United have lined up another Sporting CP star as they plan for life without Al-Hilal target Bruno Fernandes.

Frequently asked questions

: Al-Hilal are the most successful Saudi Pro League side ever, having won an astonishing 19 league titles. Their first-ever league title came at the end of the 1976-77 campaign. Currently, they are also the defending champions, having gone all the way in the 2023-24 season.
: Currently, there are 18 teams in the Saudi Pro League. In the first season ever, which took place in 1976-77, there were just eight teams. The number increased to 10 in the following season. Ahead of the 1981-82, Saudi Premier League and Saudi First Division merged to form one single league for the 1982 FIFA World Cup qualification process. However, from the 1984-85 season, the number teams reverted to 12.
: Legendary Saudi Arabian goalkeeper Mohamed Al-Deayea holds the record for most appearances in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Deayea played for Al-Taee and Al-Hilal and managed 406 appearances inthe league.
: Majed Abdullah, also known as the Arabian Pele, is the league's all-time leading topscorer with 189 goals in 194 league games, all of them coming with Al-Nassr in a 21-year span. He is Al-Nassr's record goalscorer, with 259 goals in just 266 games.
: Former Syrian midfielder Jehad Al-Hussain has registered the most assists in Saudi Pro League history, setting up 50 goals for his teammates in 208 games.
: Former Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El Hadary is the oldest player to ever feature in Saudi Pro League. El Hadary was 45 years and 81 days old when he featured for Al-Taawoun in April 2018.
: Teenage sensation Talal Haji, who plays for Al-Ittihad, is the youngest player to ever play in Saudi Pro League. Haji achieved this feat at the age of 16 years and five days when he came on as a substitute for Romarinho in Al-Ittihad's 2-1 win over Al-Fateh in September 2023.
: Cristiano Ronaldo, Riyad Mahrez, Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino, N'Golo Kante, Sadio Mane, Yassine Bounou, Nacho, Aymeric Laporte, and Fabinho are among the most famous players to have played in the Saudi Pro League.
: Steven Gerrard, Laurent Blanc, and Stefano Pioli are some of Saudi Pro League's most prominent managers in history.
: The King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, which is home to Al-Shabab and Al-Riyadh, is the biggest stadium in Saudi Pro League. It has a capacity of 68,752.
: Neymar is the most expensive player in Saudi Pro League history, costing a whopping £77.6 million when Al-Hilal bought him from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023.

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