Arsenal are edging closer to making a major statement in the transfer market as they enter advanced negotiations to sign prolific Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres.
The Swedish international, who had a staggering 2024/25 season with 54 goals in 52 appearances, has become one of the most sought-after forwards in Europe. The Gunners have reportedly made Gyökeres their top priority after shelving a move for Benjamin Šeško.
Sources close to the deal indicate that personal terms with the 27-year-old are already agreed, with a five-year contract on the table. While Sporting are holding out for a fee close to his €100 million release clause, there’s growing optimism that a slightly lower offer will be accepted — especially with Gyökeres himself pushing for the move, citing a prior gentleman’s agreement with the club.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is eager to add a proven goal scorer to his squad as the club looks to end their two-decade Premier League title drought. The Gunners struggled at times last season without a clinical striker and see Gyökeres as the final piece in their attacking puzzle.
Gyökeres isn’t just a goal machine — his power, work rate, and ability to create chances make him the complete centre-forward. With interest from top clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea, Arsenal are moving swiftly to secure his signature before a bidding war erupts.
This potential blockbuster signing could be the catalyst Arsenal need to turn promise into silverware. If all goes well, the Emirates may soon be home to one of Europe’s deadliest strikers.
