Arsenal Close In on €73M Deal for Swedish Goal Machine Viktor Gyökeres | OneFootball

Sporting CP striker set to undergo medical as Gunners win race for Europe's hottest forward

Arsenal Close In on €73M Deal for Swedish Goal Machine Viktor Gyökeres

Premier League giants Arsenal are on the verge of signing Viktor Gyokeres, the prolific Swedish striker and current top scorer in the Portuguese league, in blockbuster summer transfer move.

Deal Nearly Done

According to top transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Gyokeres representatives have already arrived in London to finalize the transfer. The Sporting CP forward's expected to undergo his medical shortly with agreement nearly sealed at 63.5 million euro plus €10 million in add ons.

The 27 year old striker under contract with Sporting until Jun 2028 has enjoyed record breaking season, scoring 39 goal in 34 league matches and 54 goal with 13 assist across all competitions.

PL Over Saudi Millions

Despite receiving lucrative offers from Saudi Pro League clubs including Al Nassr, Gyokeres prioritized move to Arsenal , his preferred destination , over higher wage.

Romano confirmed:

Interest from Europe’s Elite

The striker nicknamed "the new Ronaldo" in Portugal had also attracted interest from Man United, Liverpool, Real Madrid and Al Nassr but Arsenal’s clear plan and long term interest proved decisive.

Next Steps

Sporting & Arsenal have reportedly been in negotiations for weeks and final touches are being added to what could be one of the biggest signings of the summer window.