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Revealed: When Gyokeres is set to finally complete Arsenal move

Arsenal are on the verge of signing Viktor Gyokeres, with the Swedish striker expected in London on Friday to finalise his move from Sporting CP. The Gunners have agreed a £63.8 million (€73.5m) deal and plan to integrate him into their pre-season tour in Singapore. Mikel Arteta is finally set to land his top attacking target for this summer.

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Mourinho blasts Gyokeres transfer saga

Jose Mourinho did not hold back when asked about Viktor Gyokeres’ Arsenal move, warning the striker that Premier League transition won’t be easy.

Arsenal told how many goals 'machine' Gyokeres will score in debut season

Former Arsenal midfielder Anders Limpar has shared his view on incoming Gunners forward Viktor Gyokeres, describing him as a "goal machine". Arsenal have agreed to pay Sporting CP £64 million ($86.3m) for Gyokeres, inclusive of add-ons. Limpar expects Gyokeres to be a hit in his debut season at Emirates Stadium and has predicted how many goals he will score.

Explained: The add-ons Arsenal will pay to Sporting for Gyokeres

Arsenal have reached a full agreement with Sporting CP to sign Viktor Gyokeres in a transfer valued at €63.5 million (£55m/$74m) upfront, with an additional €10m (£8.6m/$12m) in performance-based add-ons. The final breakthrough came after protracted discussions over the structure and attainability of the bonus payments, which had previously stalled the move despite a general agreement on the main fee.

📽️ | Leaked video shows Lewis-Skelly's joy at Gyokeres deal

A leaked video appears to show Myles Lewis-Skelly reacting excitedly to Viktor Gyokeres' impending move to Arsenal.

Arsenal finally reach agreement with Sporting for Gyokeres

Arsenal have reportedly struck a deal with Sporting CP to sign talisman Viktor Gyokeres for a fee of £64 million (€73.8m/$86.3m), inclusive of add-ons.

Sporting CP offer Man Utd chance to hijack Arsenal's Gyokeres move again

Manchester United were offered a chance to hijack Arsenal's transfer move for Viktor Gyokeres for a second week in a row by Sporting CP, but the Swedish striker has made it clear that his preferred destination remains Arsenal. Last week, reports emerged that the Red Devils could swoop in and secure a transfer for Gyokeres after talks between Sporting and the Gunners stalled.

📽️ | Arteta drops hint on Arsenal's transfer pursuit of Gyokeres

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta dropped a hint on the club's pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres as the Premier League giants reached Singapore ahead of their pre-season preparations. The Gunners have been linked with a move for the Swedish striker since the start of the summer transfer window but they are yet to agree on a deal with Sporting CP on the transfer fee.

Arsenal defender Gabriel speaks out on Gyokeres

Arsenal star Gabriel has shared his thoughts on Viktor Gyokeres as the Sporting CP striker closes in on a switch to Emirates Stadium.

Twist in Gyokeres transfer saga! Man Utd hijack Arsenal deal

Manchester United could hijack Arsenal's transfer deal for Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres as the Red Devils are closing on an agreement to meet the Portuguese club's €70 million (£60.6m/$81.4m) valuation. Gyokeres is determined to leave Sporting CP this summer as he wants a move to the Premier League and as a result, he did not even turn up for the club's pre-season preparations.

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.

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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.

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.

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