It's been revealed that Arsenal's move for Viktor Gyokeres was at risk of being hijacked twice during negotiations, as the Sporting striker prepares to put pen to paper on a deal with the Gunners - although he won't be able to wear his dream number at The Emirates.

Gyokeres, Arsenal and Sesko have been in a weird love triangle, but the club have finally agreed a deal for the Swede. He really wants it

Mikel Arteta wants any new signings to join Arsenal ’s pre-season tour of Asia as quickly as possible, with the club now closing in on a move for Viktor Gyokeres. Arsenal have agreed a deal with Sporting for Gyokeres worth €63.5million (£55m) up front, with a further €10m (£8.7m) in add-ons.

Viktor Gyokeres is closing in on a summer move to Arsenal but Rio Ferdinand has expressed concerns about the Sporting Lisbon star excelling in the Premier League

A Portuguese coach is not happy with the way in which Viktor Gyokeres has left Sporting CP for a move to Arsenal

Arsenal fans have now seen what squad number Gyokeres is reportedly getting at N5, and they’re thrilled with the reports. David Ornstein reported on Friday that Arsenal had reached total agreement with Sporting over a move for Viktor Gyokeres, who is now set to travel to London.

Viktor Gyokeres made his opinion on the GOAT debate clear when he named the two footballers he idolised most growing up. After a saga which has dominated this summer's transfer window, the Swedish striker is due to arrive in London on Friday to complete a protracted £63.7 million move.

Sporting CP ace Viktor Gyokeres is one step closer to an Arsenal transfer after being pictured in a private jet ahead of a reported medical in London.