Arsenal have agreed personal terms with Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyökeres as the club moves closer to finalizing a major summer signing. The 26-year-old Swedish forward has reportedly agreed to a five-year contract, with Arsenal aiming to complete the deal before their pre-season tour begins in mid-July.
Gyökeres had an outstanding 2024/25 season, scoring 54 goals and registering 13 assists. Despite interest from other clubs, including Manchester United, Arsenal are now leading the race thanks to Champions League qualification and a strong financial offer.
The Gunners’ first bid of €65 million plus €15 million in add-ons was rejected by Sporting, who are demanding €70 million guaranteed plus €10 million in bonuses. Arsenal are preparing a new proposal expected to meet those terms.
Gyökeres has made his intentions clear by refusing to report for Sporting’s pre-season, hoping to push the move through. A previous verbal agreement to allow his exit for £60 million is also a point of dispute between the player’s camp and Sporting’s president.
Once a fee is agreed, the striker is expected to travel to London for a medical, with Arsenal medical staff already on standby. The deal could also trigger the departure of either Gabriel Jesus or Eddie Nketiah.
Gyökeres would become Arsenal’s marquee forward signing and join new recruits Martin Zubimendi and Kepa Arrizabalaga as the club strengthens ahead of the new season.
