In an attempt to address the striker situation, sources suggest that Arsenal is nearing a deal with one of the world’s best prospects.
The Gunners are on a search for a striker in order to strengthen their attack and have set sight on some names including Leipzig Benjamin Sesko, who recently signed a new deal.
Sports Buddy reported that there were also rumours of the Gunners making a move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, however the deal did not fall through
Arsenal close in on Gyokeres
According to Team Talk, the Gunners and Viktor Gyokeres have been connected for a few months now, and in the last 48 hours, there have been a lot of stories concerning this deal.
Top European teams have taken notice of the forward after he scored 43 goals and created 15 assists in 50 games.
Arsenal are interested in the Sporting Lisbon striker as they want to bolster their striking corps.
According to Portuguese daily Leonino, as reported by Football London, Arsenal is apparently “very close to securing the signing of Viktor Gyokeres,” with just the money difficulties needing to be sorted to finalize the deal.
As teams watch the attacker, Sporting Lisbon has added an £86 million release clause to the Swede’s contract.
Gyokeres was on the team’s list of center-forwards, but nothing has transpired in contrast to what some sources have said.
On the other hand, rumors have it that Arteta thinks highly of the forward and that a contract with Lisbon is almost finalized.
After losing the Premier League championship to Manchester City, Arsenal is looking to add quality players, thus they are going all out in the transfer market.
