Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting Lisbon)
July 2025
Arsenal and Sporting Lisbon agreed on a £55m fixed fee for striker Viktor Gyokeres. They are now finalizing £8.5m in add-ons ahead of his expected participation in the club’s Asia pre-season tour.
After weeks of interest, Arsenal settled on terms with Sporting but need to conclude the structure of bonus payments. Gyokeres could join the squad before departure if the paperwork is completed in time.
Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting CP)
July 2025
Arsenal are nearing completion of a deal to sign Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres. A five-year contract is in place, with a fixed fee of £55m agreed and add-on negotiations still ongoing.
Progress was made after Gyokeres’ agent waived a commission fee, easing Arsenal’s guaranteed payment. The Swedish international wants the move, and personal terms are settled. Sporting are still holding out for £8.6m in bonuses.
Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting CP)
July 2025
Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres will face disciplinary action after skipping pre-season training, as Arsenal remain locked in talks over a potential £69m transfer for the Swedish international.
Sporting president Frederico Varandas criticised the pressure tactics, insisting Gyokeres won’t leave below full value. He warned the player faces fines and risks complicating his own exit by defying the club.
Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP)
June 4, 2025
Gyökeres has withdrawn from Sweden’s upcoming friendlies against Hungary and Algeria due to a minor injury, halting international action after a prolific season with Sporting where he scored 48 goals and won a domestic double.
The striker was assessed by medical staff at Sweden’s training base and left camp as a precaution. Though the injury isn’t serious, the decision allows recovery time ahead of a possible summer transfer amid rising interest.
Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting CP)
Summer 2025
Arsenal have been told they can sign Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres for £60m. Sporting are open to selling but want a deal completed early in the window.
Gyokeres has scored 38 goals and added 7 assists this season, prompting Arsenal to make him their top target. He would demand over £200k-a-week, placing him among the club’s highest earners.
Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP)
Summer 2025 transfer window
Arsenal are leading talks to sign Sporting striker Viktor Gyökeres, viewed as a more accessible option than Alexander Isak. Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Man United are also monitoring the Swedish forward.
Sporting will consider offers between €60m and €70m. Arsenal initiated discussions with his camp and believe his physical style fits their system. Interest is expected to intensify post-season.
Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP)
April 2025
Arsenal have opened talks to sign Viktor Gyökeres, who has scored an incredible 47 goals in 46 games this season and is valued at around £55m.
Gyökeres has overtaken Sesko and Osimhen as Arsenal’s top striker target. The Gunners are pushing to complete the deal before rivals step in.
Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP)
April 2025
Chelsea have opened discussions to sign Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP, with a potential bid worth £65M. The Swedish forward is a top target for manager Enzo Maresca.
Gyökeres would compete with Nicolas Jackson for minutes next season. Chelsea are also tracking Victor Osimhen, who returns to Napoli from Galatasaray after a loan spell.
Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP)
Summer 2025
Gyökeres has ruled out non-Champions League clubs and created a 7-club shortlist, excluding Manchester United and Chelsea.
His €100m release clause still stands; Arsenal, Liverpool, and Man City are preferred destinations.