Arsenal Close In On Stunning Summer Quartet Of Signings

Arsenal are moving fast in the transfer market, setting up deals for Viktor Gyökeres, Noni Madueke, Christian Mosquera, and a new contract for wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri as manager Mikel Arteta rebuilds for the new season.

ARSENAL’S TRANSFER PUSH: WHAT HAPPENED?

Arsenal have reached a final agreement to sign Sporting CP‘s Viktor Gyökeres, one of Europe’s top scorers from last season, for a fee worth more than €69 million including add-ons and a five-year contract that runs until 2030. The Swedish striker skipped the start of Sporting’s pre-season to push through the move and is expected to undergo his medical and officially join the Gunners this week. Noni Madueke is set to arrive early next week as well, while Valencia centre-back Christian Mosquera is in line to reinforce Arsenal’s defense. Star academy graduate Ethan Nwaneri is also ready to sign a new long-term deal after impressing on his first-team outings.

According to a previous report, Sporting CP demands around €69 million with add-ons for Viktor Gyökeres.

BUILDING FOR REVENGE AFTER A NEAR MISS

Despite finishing second in the Premier League last season with 70 points, Arsenal failed to win a trophy, leaving fans and management hungry for more According to previous reports. The club has already signed Martin Zubimendi, Christian Norgaard, and Kepa Arrizabalaga this summer. Gyökeres, who scored 54 goals in 52 matches for Sporting CP last season, is seen as the “final piece” to lead the front line and push Arsenal past rivals Manchester City. Mosquera’s arrival will add depth to a backline that was among the Premier League’s best last year. Youngster Nwaneri’s contract renewal signals faith in Arsenal’s youth, while Madueke’s move will give Arteta more attacking options as the club aims to turn near-misses into silverware.

Previous reports confirmed that Arsenal has signed Christian Norgaard from Brentford.

WHAT COMES NEXT FOR ARSENAL?

With their summer business nearly complete, Arsenal hope to integrate new signings before their pre-season tour of the United States. Their 2025-26 Premier League campaign kicks off against Manchester United on August 16. The Gunners will want to close the gap to Liverpool, who finished just ahead last season. Meanwhile, Sporting CP will need to replace their leading marksman after finishing second in Portugal’s Primeira Liga. Arsenal’s next transfer steps involve finalizing paperwork and medicals, aiming to announce all four moves within the coming days.