Arsenal have positioned themselves as the clear winners in the ongoing Viktor Gyokeres transfer saga, with sporting director Andrea Berta standing firm against Sporting CP’s negotiation tactics.
The Gunners have an agreement in principle for €63.5m (£55m) plus €10m (£8.7m) in add-ons, but talks continue over the deal’s payment structure. Despite the delays, Arsenal remain patient, leveraging Gyokeres’ refusal to train and his clear desire to join them.
Berta’s approach has reinforced Arsenal’s new transfer policy of refusing to overpay, a shift that saw them choose Gyokeres over the pricier Benjamin Sesko. Meanwhile, Sporting’s push to sign Luis Suarez from Almeria suggests they are preparing for Gyokeres’ imminent exit.
Arsenal hope to finalise the deal soon, allowing the Swedish striker to join pre-season preparations ahead of their Premier League opener against Manchester United.
