Arsenal are edging closer to completing a deal for Viktor Gyökeres, with plans in motion for the striker to undergo a medical in the coming days. The 27-year-old has been Mikel Arteta’s top priority for the No.9 role this summer, and talks with Sporting are now at an advanced stage.
According to @Transfersdotcom, the Gunners are finalising the final details of the transfer and are already pencilling in dates for the Swedish forward’s medical. With only minor formalities remaining, the expectation is that the deal could be sealed before the weekend, just in time for Arsenal’s pre-season tour of Asia.
Gyökeres move inches closer as Arsenal step up planning
The reported fee will be around €63.5m with €10m in add-ons, bringing it close to Gyökeres’ release clause but structured in a way that suits both clubs. Arsenal have been working hard behind the scenes for weeks, including direct conversations with the striker’s camp, and have already agreed personal terms.
Gyökeres has made his intentions clear that he wants to join Arsenal. His profile ticks every box for Arteta: physical presence, relentless pressing, elite hold-up play, and a proven goalscoring record. After racking up 43 goal contributions in all competitions for Sporting last season, he’s viewed as the kind of forward who can elevate Arsenal’s attack and provide consistent output at the highest level.
Arteta wants Gyökeres ready for the pre-season tour
The urgency behind the medical isn’t just about securing the signing, Arteta is keen to integrate Gyökeres into the squad immediately. Arsenal depart for their pre-season tour this weekend, and the manager wants his new striker on the plane, learning the system and developing chemistry with Saka, Odegaard and co.
If all goes to plan, the Swedish international will soon be wearing red and white at the Emirates, leading the line as Arsenal look to finally get over the line in the title race.
Final thoughts
This is the kind of transfer Arsenal fans have been waiting for: a serious investment in someone who is a ruthless finisher and will be able to match the creativity already in the squad with goals. And now, with the medical reportedly scheduled, the finish line is in sight.
