Viktor Gyokeres Agrees to Forego Millions To Smoothen Arsenal Transfer

Arsenal target Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres.

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Arsenal target Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres.

Viktor Gyokeres Agrees to Forego Millions To Smoothen Arsenal Transfer

Joel Omotto 09:50 - 07.07.2025

Arsenal transfer target Viktor Gyokeres is has agreed to forgo a large portion of his pay to allow the Gunners complete his move to the Emirates Stadium.

Viktor Gyokeres has reportedly agreed to forgo €2 million in wages to smooth negotiations between Arsenal and Sporting Lisbon, according to Record.

The player has waived a portion of his Arsenal contract to allow the Gunners to increase the fixed fee of their latest offer to the Portuguese side.

Arsenal have submitted an improved offer for Gyokeres, with the London club prepared to pay a fixed sum of €65 million, plus an additional €15 million in bonuses.

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Arsenal have zeroed in on the 27-year-old goal machine over recent days, determined to bring in a proven finisher to spearhead their attack ahead of a daunting start to the new Premier League season.

Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta is leading the talks, aware of the urgency to complete the deal before pre-season intensifies. While no agreement has been finalised, optimism is growing that a breakthrough is imminent.

Nevertheless, the club is proceeding with caution until contracts are signed, especially given the complexities that have surrounded Gyokeres’ situation in Portugal.

Last season, Gyokeres made 52 appearances across all competitions, scoring 54 goals and providing 13 assists. His current contract runs until the summer of 2028. Transfermarkt values him at €75 million.