Arsenal are thought to be nearing an agreement for Gyokeres as a deal for the Swedish striker worth an initial €63.5million (£54.86m) plus a further €10m (£8.64m) in add-ons is has been in place for over a week.

Viktor Gyokeres is being pursued by Arsenal and Manchester United and his relationship with Sporting Lisbon has crumbled in the past few weeks amid competing agendas

Viktor Gyokeres' true feelings on a proposed transfer to Arsenal have emerged amid reports of Man United attempting to hijack the deal. Arsenal have been in the market for a striker all summer and identified Gyokeres as their top target.