Arsenal close to Gyokeres deal after add-ons delay

InArsenal close to Gyokeres deal after add-ons delay

A £63.5m deal for Gyokeres was initially expected to be finalized before Arsenal's pre-season tour, which begins on Sunday.

The transfer's completion has been delayed due to ongoing negotiations between Arsenal and Sporting over add-on payments.

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.Gyokeres, 27, has already agreed to personal terms and a five-year contract with the Gunners.

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Arsenal turned their attention to Gyokeres after failing to secure Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig, highlighting Mikel Arteta's persistent search for an elite forward.

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.The Swedish international has been highly sought after this summer, scoring an impressive 54 goals in 52 games for Sporting last season.

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InGyokeres's prolific scoring record includes 97 goals in 102 matches during his two seasons in Portugal, helping Sporting win back-to-back league titles.

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.Beyond his goalscoring, Gyokeres is praised for his intelligent movement, intense work-rate, physical strength, and technical skill, making him a well-rounded forward.

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He's also a significant chance creator, frequently running with the ball to set up opportunities for teammates.

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