✅ DEAL DONE: Arsenal have officially signed Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon in a deal worth €63.5 million plus €10 million in performance-based add-ons.
The 27-year-old Swedish striker becomes the Gunners’ marquee forward signing of the summer as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his attacking options ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Gyökeres has signed a five-year contract at the Emirates Stadium, keeping him at the club until 2030. The deal was significantly smoothed by the player’s representatives, who agreed to waive their commission fees, helping Arsenal meet Sporting’s valuation without exceeding their summer budget. This gesture proved decisive in finalising negotiations swiftly and efficiently.
The former Sporting frontman scored an impressive 43 goals and provided 15 assists across all competitions last season, establishing himself as one of the most lethal strikers in Europe. His physicality, intelligent movement, and eye for goal are expected to bring a new dimension to Arsenal’s frontline—qualities that Arteta has been seeking in a No. 9.
The signing of Gyökeres sends a strong message to rivals that Arsenal mean business this season. After narrowly missing out on the Premier League title, the club is making bold moves in the transfer market to go one better. With the arrival of Gyökeres, Arsenal now possess a focal point who can thrive alongside the creative talents of Saka, Ødegaard, and Martinelli.
Official club announcement is expected imminently, with Gyökeres scheduled to undergo media duties and join up with the squad for preseason shortly.
🔴⚪ Welcome to Arsenal, Viktor Gyökeres!
📝 Five-year deal signed
💰 €63.5M + €10M add-ons
📍 Emirates Stadium
🔥 Let the
goals begin!
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