The prolific Sporting striker has been a key target for the Gunners this summer, but discussions have stalled due to disagreements over bonus clauses, and a final deal has yet to be sealed. ..Continue Reading
Reports suggest the two clubs are nearing an agreement on a package worth around £62 million, which would precede a five-year contract for the 27-year-old forward.
Until the deal is officially completed, manager Mikel Arteta must wait to welcome his top attacking target.
In the meantime, Arsenal have already secured the signings of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, Brentford skipper Christian Norgaard, and Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, who finalized his move earlier this week.
These new additions are expected to join the squad heading to Asia this weekend as Arteta intensifies preparations for the upcoming campaign.
Arsenal’s tour includes a clash with AC Milan in Singapore on Wednesday, followed by a match against Newcastle at the same venue next weekend.
They’ll then travel to Hong Kong for a heated North London Derby against Tottenham before returning home for the Emirates Cup, where they’ll face Villarreal and Athletic Club.
While the trio of new signings will feature on tour, Gyokeres won’t be involved as his transfer remains unresolved.
According to A Bola, Arsenal hadn’t made a decisive move by Friday that would convince Sporting to approve the sale, meaning the striker stays put for now.
The outlet claims Arsenal have gone quiet in negotiations, with their last offer submitted on Monday—despite Arteta’s push to finalize the deal in time for pre-season matches.
Sporting are reportedly holding out for £70 million, though the report notes that Gyokeres could still link up with Arsenal in Asia if talks progress swiftly.
That scenario could see him make his debut against Spurs, although he’s currently facing disciplinary measures from Sporting after skipping training post-break in an effort to force the move.
