Arsenal is on the verge of securing a €120 million deal for highly-rated striker Viktor Gyokeres, according to reports from Portugal.
This move comes after the Gunners missed out on their primary target, Benjamin Sesko, who has decided to stay with his current club for the upcoming season.
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With Mikel Arteta keen to strengthen his attacking options, Gyokeres has emerged as the preferred candidate. The Swedish striker caught Arsenal’s eye after a stellar season with Sporting Club, where he netted 29 goals and provided ten assists in 33 league matches. His impressive performance has made him a prime target for the Gunners.
The Portuguese outlet Leonino reports that Arsenal will not pay Gyokeres’ full release clause. Instead, the total cost of the deal, including add-ons, is expected to reach around €120 million.
The club is currently in advanced negotiations, and an agreement on the transfer fees appears to have been reached.
Gyokeres has proven himself as one of Europe’s top strikers over recent seasons, making Arsenal’s interest unsurprising. Fans and analysts alike have high expectations, given the hefty price tag. For such an investment, the hope is that Gyokeres will deliver a significant number of goals in his debut season.
Despite some skepticism about spending a record sum on a player with limited experience outside of Portugal and the Championship, the potential performance bonuses could make the deal more reasonable.
These add-ons are likely tied to specific achievements, such as goal tallies and team success.
