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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta discusses new signing Viktor Gyokeres and plans to further boost squad after 3-2 win over Newcastle United, in Singapore.
Goncalo Inacio pulled one back for the hosts early in the second half, but Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard struck to secure a resounding 5-1 win over the Portuguese giants. “You were very solid defensively, it was hard to create chances,” Gyokeres admitted.
The Gunners have needed a clear-cut striker for a while now, and Wednesday's win over Milan was just the latest example as to why
Despite agreeing the basic framework of a move for Gyökeres weeks ago, Arsenal and Sporting found themselves butting heads over the nature of the add-ons proposed by the Gunners, which invited pressure of a potential hijack from long-term admirers Manchester United.
ARSENAL have a huge summer of change on their hands – and there are some huge deals are in the pipeline! The Viktor Gyokeres saga has come to a close, as the Gunners have ANNOUNCED the
Viktor Gyokeres has flown out to Singapore and will be in attendance for Arsenal’s game against Newcastle United on Sunday, the club have confirmed.Photo via Arsenal.comViktor Gyokeres has had a
Arsenal have reached a full agreement with Sporting CP for the transfer of Viktor Gyokeres. The Premier League side will pay an initial €63.5million (£54.8m; $74.2m) plus €10m in add-ons. Gyokeres has been given permission to travel by Sporting and is expected to undergo his Arsenal medical on Saturday.