Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. The news comes just days after the Swede refused to report for pre-season with the Portuguese side. Mikel Arteta has prioritised the 27-year-old as his new No. 9 and a five-year contract is ready, with just the final touches remaining to complete the transfer worth over €70 million (£61m).
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Arsenal near Gyokeres deal after skipping Sporting training
Arteta prioritises striker as key summer signing
Package over €70m expected to seal move swiftly