Gyökeres Close to Arsenal Move Despite Lucrative Saudi Interest

Viktor Gyökeres is close to joining Arsenal, even though Saudi clubs offered him more money. Arsenal wants to finalize the transfer quickly. The deal could be done today after two important meetings on Sunday. Gyökeres’s agents are so keen on the move that they reduced their fees to make it happen.

According to a previous report, Arsenal is interested in signing Viktor Gyökeres.

GYÖKERES’S CHOICE: ONLY ARSENAL

Gyökeres was committed to joining Arsenal even though Saudi Arabian teams offered him more money. Talks progressed over the weekend, and both Arsenal and Gyökeres agreed on key terms. Sources say that once Arsenal showed interest, Gyökeres was sure about his choice. His agents also showed their commitment by reducing their commissions, making it easier for Arsenal to secure the deal.

It has been reported that Gyökeres is eager to move to Arsenal.

ARSENAL’S SEASON SO FAR

Arsenal are building from a strong campaign, finishing second in the Premier League and qualifying for the Champions League with 70 points. Mikel Arteta’s team challenged Liverpool for the title last season and wants to strengthen their forward line after scoring 88 league goals. Gyökeres adds a new attacking option, scoring 54 goals in 52 matches for Sporting CP last season. His arrival increases competition with Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah, who shared playing time as strikers last term.

A report confirms that Arsenal finished second in the Premier League last season.

Last season, Gyökeres scored 54 goals.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR ARSENAL AND GYÖKERES?

The transfer is expected to be announced soon, allowing Gyökeres to join his new squad for preseason preparations. Arsenal’s first league match is against Manchester United, who finished 15th last season and narrowly avoided relegation. Rivals are also strengthening, making every new signing important in another tight race at the top of the table.