Arsenal has signed Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP for a transfer fee of £68 million, with the deal breaking down into £60.4 million upfront and up to £8.6 million in performance-related add-ons. Gyökeres has agreed to a five-year contract, earning him around £9 million annually.

 

Transfer Details:

Transfer Fee:* £60.4 million guaranteed, plus £8.6 million in add-ons

Contract Duration:* Five years, until 2030

Expected Role:* Gyökeres is expected to be a key player in Arsenal’s attack, providing a clinical finishing option and supporting Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka

– *Playing Style:* Known for his pace, physicality, and goal-scoring ability, Gyökeres fits well with Arsenal’s high-tempo, possession-based system

Gyökeres’ signing marks Arsenal’s fourth major acquisition of the summer, following Kepa Arrizabalaga, Christian Nørgaard, and Martin Zubimendi. This transfer is seen as a significant boost to Arsenal’s title chances, addressing their need for a consistent goalscorer.¹