Arsenal in Advanced Talks to Land Β£84m Striker Viktor GyΓΆkeres Ahead of Rivals
Arsenal is reportedly close to finalizing a deal for Sporting CP striker Viktor GyΓΆkeres, outpacing interest from fellow Premier League sides Liverpool and Manchester United. The Swedish forward, whose release clause stands at Β£84 million, netted 50 goals in all competitions last season and has emerged as one of the most sought-after strikers in Europe.
The North London club has allegedly tabled a five-year contract for GyΓΆkeres, offering weekly wages of around Β£135,000 β totaling roughly Β£9 million per year. Arsenalβs new sporting director, Andrea Berta, is said to be instrumental in pushing for the transfer and is showing strong support for manager Mikel Arteta.
Artetaβs future remains under scrutiny after another season without silverware. Despite earning an impressive 89 points, Arsenal once again finished behind a dominant Manchester City. The clubβs most recent trophy remains the 2020 FA Cup, won during Artetaβs early tenure.
Sky Sports analyst Gary Neville praised the clubβs continued faith in Arteta, calling it rare in modern football. He emphasized the progress Arsenal has made, particularly their Champions League semi-final appearance, and noted that the manager retains solid support from both the board and fans.
GyΓΆkeres is reportedly eager to return to English football, and Arsenal is currently leading the pursuit. However, the pressure is mounting on Arteta and the clubβs recruitment strategy to deliver tangible success after years without major honours.
