Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres has reportedly expressed his desire to join Arsenal this summer.
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- Arsenal searching for new striker
- Gyokeres keen to move to Gunners
- Forward likely to cost €80-90m
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WHAT HAPPENED?
According to , the Sweden international has 'already given a yes' to new Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta and wants to head to the Emirates. The report adds Berta has played a 'decisive role' in convincing the ex-Coventry City man to move to the Gunners.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Arsenal have been in desperate need of a striker for some time now as they seek to end their near 21-year wait for a Premier League title. The 26-year-old will not come on the cheap, however, as the report states Sporting expect to receive between €80-90 million (£68m/£76.5) for his services. Manha adds that Arsenal players could be used in a player-plus-cash deal.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Since moving to the Portugal giants, Gyokeres has scored a remarkable 86 goals and bagged 26 assists in just 93 appearances in all competitions.
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WHAT NEXT?
Before Arsenal can submit a bid for the Sporting CP ace, Mikel Arteta's side take on Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals this week.
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