Viktor Gyökeres has been spotted arriving at London Airport, with Arsenal’s medical staff reportedly ready to swing into action. Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the club plans to release a video announcing the capture of this world-class striker, whose ruthless performances last season sent shockwaves through English football. In particular, Manchester City, who felt the brunt of his scoring prowess, are said to be genuinely apprehensive about facing him again in the Premier League.
Last season was a spectacle of finishing mastery from Gyökeres. The Swedish forward smashed in 54 goals across 52 games, establishing himself as one of Europe’s deadliest frontmen. His consistency and knack for decisive moments have placed him at the top of almost every big club’s wishlist this summer.
His time at Sporting CP appears to be drawing to a close. Reports have circulated for weeks about a breakdown in relations between Gyökeres and the Portuguese club’s management. These tensions have only fueled speculation that a Premier League move was always inevitable.
Earlier in the year, sources close to the player suggested he had already set his heart on England. The growing conviction around his camp was that the Premier League represented both the next challenge and the most fitting stage for his abilities.
Fresh updates this week have added more weight to the rumor mill. Florian Plettenberg revealed that Sporting CP assured Gyökeres he could depart this summer if a club met the €60–70 million valuation. This was something his agent, Hasan Cetinkaya, had flagged many months ago but has now been definitively confirmed.
Among England’s elite clubs, Arsenal and Manchester United emerged early as the most determined suitors. For a time, the race looked tight, with United’s new leadership under INEOS hopeful they could lure him to Old Trafford. However, the momentum has clearly shifted.
According to Portuguese outlet Record, Gyökeres has formally declined Manchester United’s proposal. His representatives have directly communicated that the Red Devils are no longer being considered, effectively narrowing his options to one clear favorite.
Arsenal supporters have every reason to feel optimistic. Recent reports indicate the Emirates has always been his preferred destination. Positive talks between his agent and the Gunners were followed by confirmation of Sporting’s asking price. With United now out of the frame, everything suggests Gyökeres is on the cusp of sealing a blockbuster summer move to North London.
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