Arsenal have scheduled fresh talks over Šeško’s summer move, as he remains a top priority at age 22.

Arsenal have scheduled fresh talks over Šeško’s summer move, as he remains a top priority at age 22.

Leipzig reportedly value him at €100 million, though negotiations are underway and both sides are optimistic .

 

Šeško sparked buzz by following Arsenal on Instagram, and his barber dropped a teasing message, fueling hope among Gunners fans .

 

However, Leipzig is holding firm on the release clause, and wage demands are reportedly under scrutiny behind the scenes .

 

 

 

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⚽ Viktor Gyökeres – Sporting CP

 

Gyökeres, 27, has confirmed he wants a move this summer and has informed Sporting he won’t return to preseason until his future is resolved .

 

Arsenal reportedly tabled a first bid of £47 m (€55 m), which Sporting swiftly declined. A second offer around £51 m (€60 m) is being prepared .

 

The player’s camp insists there was a “gentlemen’s agreement” for €60–70 m, whereas Sporting are holding out for €80–85 m tied to his £85 m release clause .

 

Sources in Portugal suggest Arsenal are favorites—Gyökeres has told friends/family he expects to join them, choosing them over Manchester United and Liverpool .

 

 

 

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🔍 Current Outlook

 

Arsenal are actively pursuing both targets, but both deals face financial hurdles.

 

Šeško: €100 m valuation, ongoing negotiations.

 

Gyökeres: demands from Sporting mismatch Arsenal’s bids (~€60 m vs €80–85 m).

 

 

Arsenal could prioritize Gyökeres given his eagerness and Champions League appeal, though Šeško remains “priority target” per insiders .

 

Should both deals stall or escalate in cost, Arsenal are reportedly monitoring alternatives like Julian Álvarez and Hugo Ekitike .

 

 

 

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📅 What’s Next

 

Arsenal likely to submit improved bids in the coming days, with Gyökeres’s second bid (~€60 m) expected soon .

 

Pre-season preparations start mid-July—Arteta will need clarity soon to finalize his striker roster .

 

 

 

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In summary: Arsenal are pushing hard on both fronts. Gyökeres may be closer—he’s pushing for it, bids are active, and he’s allegedly made his preference clear. Šeško remains a long-term target, though Leipzig’s valuation could delay progress. Keep an eye out for Arsenal’s

next offers as the transfer window heats up.