A deal for the 27-year-old striker is not done as discussions continue over the fee — but the situation is progressing towards a conclusion.

Viktor Gyokeres is closing in on becoming an Arsenal player, talkSPORT understands. talkSPORT reported in June that Gyokeres had decided to join the Gunners this summer and will not return to

Arsenal are advancing in talks with Sporting over the signing of Viktor Gyokeres. A deal has not been finalized for the Swedish striker, but it appears he has emerged as Arsenal's favored option in a summer where they have also been in negotiations with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko.