We are delighted to announce that Sweden international Viktor Gyökeres has signed for us on a long-term contract. The 27-year-old striker arrives from Sporting Lisbon, where he scored an incredible 97 goals in 102 appearances. During his two seasons with Sporting, Viktor helped the team win back-to-back Primeira Liga titles, a national cup, and was the league’s top scorer in …
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When it comes to a marquee striker signing, what could possibly be better than a tall, handsome Swede with a devastating knack for goals? But enough about Alexander Isak already. Viktor Gyokeres may not have been Mikel Arteta’s perfect profile to bring a bolder, sharpened focus to Arsenal’s front line, but he has emerged, doggedly and determinedly, over the summer …
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Arsenal’s pursuit of Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres has hit an impasse, with discussions over the transfer structure reaching a frustrating deadlock. Talks with Sporting Lisbon have made little headway in recent days, resulting in growing despondency among those closest to the player. Gyokeres desperately wants a transfer to Arsenal Sporting remain firm on their demands Gyokeres’ father going through an …
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Arsenal expect to reach a full agreement with Sporting inside the next 24 hours for the 73.5m euros (£63.5m) signing of Viktor Gyokeres. Sources have told BBC Sport that a club-to-club deal for the Sweden forward is now in place with just minor details left to resolve. All parties are working towards the signing being completed in time for Gyokeres …
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