DONE DEAL: Arsenal Seal Viktor Gyökeres Transfer – £50m Move Completed, Medical Booked
Arsenal have officially completed the signing of Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon in a deal worth £50 million, including a £45m fixed fee plus £5m in performance-based add-ons. The Swedish striker is set to fly to London tonight for his medical, ahead of an official announcement.
The transfer comes after Arsenal’s pursuit of long-time target Benjamin Šeško hit a dead end, prompting the Gunners to redirect their focus toward Gyökeres. This shift was driven by new sporting director Andrea Berta, who is said to be a strong admirer of the player’s style and sees him as a perfect fit for Arteta’s tactical system.
Gyökeres, who had a prolific season with 63 goals for club and country, has been eager to join Arsenal, making negotiations easier despite valuation disputes with Sporting Lisbon. Berta believes the 27-year-old can make an immediate impact in the Premier League.
This signing is a major boost for Arsenal, who struggled to find a consistent goalscorer last season. With no forward reaching double digits in league goals, Gyökeres is seen as a solution to that problem.
Transfer Details:
- Transfer Fee: £45 million + £5 million add-ons
- Total Package: £50 million (€59m)
- Medical: Scheduled in London within 24 hours
- Player Status: Personal terms agreed, set to join pre-season squad
Why Gyökeres?
- 63 goals in all competitions last season
- Combines pace, pressing, and physicality
- Expected to suit the Premier League and Arsenal’s attack
- Has shown more eagerness than Šeško to join the club
Fan Reaction:
Supporters have reacted positively to the deal, celebrating Arsenal’s decisiveness after a frustrating transfer pursuit of Šeško. Online buzz includes hashtags like “#StrikerSecured” and “#WelcomeViking.”
