New sporting director Andrea Berta has wasted no time making an impact since taking over from Edu in late March, already shaping a bold summer strategy. ..Continue Reading
The Gunners recently confirmed the signing of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea for £5 million, and Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi is expected to be officially unveiled in the coming days.
Talks are also ongoing with Valencia over defender Cristhian Mosquera, after Arsenal’s initial offer was turned down. Meanwhile, Brentford’s Christian Nørgaard is set to join the midfield ranks as a replacement for Thomas Partey.
Berta is also targeting reinforcements in attacking midfield, with Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze and Chelsea’s Noni Madueke both under consideration as separate deals.
Arsenal’s aggressive approach in the market signals their clear intent to end their long wait for a Premier League title, with squad depth and quality being prioritized across all areas.
However, the defining move of their summer could be the signing of a new striker.
According to Sky Sports Switzerland journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Arsenal have made significant progress in their pursuit of Sporting CP forward Viktor Gyökeres.
The Swedish international has been at the center of a tense standoff with his club, with tensions rising between Sporting president Frederico Varandas and Gyökeres’ agent.
Reports suggest Gyökeres has even threatened to go public if the situation continues to deteriorate.
Despite the drama, Tavolieri claims Arsenal are now in advanced negotiations and have already agreed personal terms on a five-year contract with the 27-year-old.
Sporting are holding out for around £69 million, while Arsenal are aiming to close the deal closer to £60 million.
If completed, Gyökeres would be a marquee signing—exactly the kind of prolific striker Arsenal have been missing in recent seasons.
