Arsenal is negotiating with Sporting for the transfer of Viktor Gyokeres. While no agreement is in place yet, he has become the top choice for Arsenal as they look to solidify their forward line. Currently, Arsenal is also in discussions with RB Leipzig regarding Benjamin Sesko, who has a hefty price tag of $94 million.

Frederico Varandas, president of Sporting, has expressed his unwillingness to capitulate to pressure for a lower sale price. Despite no agreed fee, Gyokeres is keen on moving to north London, and with Mikel Arteta eager to enhance his squad before the preseason kicks off next week, discussions are likely to progress swiftly.

Andrea Berta, Arsenal’s sporting director, has been an advocate for Gyokeres, tracking him closely since his performance with Coventry City during the 2023 Championship play-offs. Gyokeres has demonstrated impressive skills in Portugal, scoring 97 goals in 102 matches and earning consecutive league titles.

As the situation develops, Arsenal continues to compare Gyokeres to Sesko, weighing the merits of each before deciding on their course of action as the summer transfer window progresses.