After Martin Zubimendi, another top player in Europe is reportedly keen to complete a permanent move to Arsenal this summer.
Arsenal are set to make a major attacking signing in the current summer transfer window, with Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres firmly on their radar.
The 27-year-old Sweden international is reportedly willing to wait until late in the window to see if a transfer to the Emirates materializes.
Manager Mikel Arteta and the Arsenal board are said to be in agreement that signing a clinical centre-forward is a top priority.
Despite sharing goals across the team, the absence of a consistent goal-poacher was evident, and it’s an issue the club is eager to resolve as they look to mount another serious title challenge in 2025/26.
Gyokeres has set his sights on a dream move to Arsenal, and is ready to reject a move to Manchester United in order to fulfill his dream of playing for the Gunners.
Arsenal have already submitted an opening bid of £55.6 million including add-ons for the Sporting Lisbon striker. However, the Portuguese champions are currently standing firm, holding out for a fee closer to £68 million.
Gyokeres’ impressive form has made him one of the most sought-after strikers in Europe, and Arsenal will need to act quickly to secure his services.
In his first season, Gyokeres notched up an astonishing 43 goals and 15 assists, quickly establishing himself as one of Europe’s most prolific forwards.
He followed that up with an equally impressive 54 goals and 13 assists in his second season. The Sweden international attacker is one of the most prolific goal scorers in European football at the moment.
Having already signed a new midfielder in Martin Zubimendi, the Gunners are now looking for an attacker and that remains their priority this summer.
With Gyokeres waiting for a potential move to Arsenal, the club will need to act quickly to secure his services and strengthen their firepower in the final third.
The next few weeks will be crucial: will Arsenal substantiate their interest and move ahead with Sporting’s valuation, or lose out on arguably Europe’s most in-form striker?
