Arsenal’s Three Possible Signings After Viktor Gyokeres Deal Emerge
- Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres after weeks of talks
- The Gunners have already signed four players and are reportedly eyeing three more signings, including Eberechi Eze
- Arsenal are seeking to end their Premier League drought after finishing second for the last three seasons
Arsenal's potential incoming transfers following Viktor Gyokeres' imminent arrival from Sporting CP at the Emirates have emerged.
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The Gunners have been bolstering their squad ahead of the 2025/26 season, hoping to win the Premier League for the first time in more than 20 years.
Which players have Arsenal signed so far?
Mikel Arteta's side have signed Martin Zubimendi, Noni Madueke, Christian Norgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga so far and are reportedly working on a few more deals.
Last season, the Gunners were rocked with injuries in the most crucial part of the season, which partly affected their campaign.
With the addition of depth and quality, Arsenal have strengthened the squad that finished second for three consecutive seasons and endured five trophyless years.
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Zubimendi and Norgaard will boost their midfield, while Kepa will challenge David Raya in the goalkeeping department.
“It's like shaking the tree again and bringing new faces,” Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said of new signings. “They bring new excitement, a new energy as well. We signed very important players as well. Again, everybody feels like their height has to go to a different level, and that's what we're seeking."
“Ideally, you want it (transfers) done on day one in pre-season. We've done very, very well so far. I'm very pleased with the way the club is supporting the necessities and improvements that we required in the team."
When will Viktor Gyokeres join Arsenal?
According to The Athletic, Arsenal and Sporting CP are close to reaching an agreement for the transfer of Gyokeres.
The report adds that a deal worth €63.5 million (KSh 9.6 billion) plus €10 million (KSh 1.5 billion) of future bonuses had already been agreed.
The 27-year-old Swede is one of the most in-form strikers in the world, and some feel he is the missing piece in their team. He scored 54 goals in 52 matches last season.
Which other players can Arsenal sign?
The Gunners are reportedly planning more signings before the season kicks off. According to The Athletic, Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, and Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon are all on their radar.
However, the potential arrival of these players will depend on the futures of Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli.
It remains to be seen if the Gunners will add more depth before the window closes.
Arsenal's ideal line-up 2025/2026 season
Following the signing of Gyokeres, Arsenal have solved one of their main problems in the last two seasons.
Their main competitors, Manchester City, had a firing Erling Haaland, and last season, Liverpool had a robust forward line led by Mohamed Salah.
Gyokeres is expected to team up with Bukayo Saka upfront, with Gabriel Martinelli running the other wing.
Arteta can choose to play Havertz off Gyokeres with the German occupying one of the two number 10 positions with captain Martin Odegaard. Eze's potential arrival could provide more options as well.
Declan Rice, who has often been used in advanced positions, could revert as the deep-lying midfielder, protecting the defence.
New signing Martin Zubimendi and Norgaard are also available following the departure of Thomas Partey.
At the back, not much changes are expected despite the imminent arrival of Christhian Mosquera. Gabriel Magalhaes has recovered from a hamstring injury and will rejoin his partner William Saliba at the heart of the defence.
Ben White, Jurrien Timber, Riccardo Calafiori and Oleksandr Zinchenko are the full-back options Arteta has.
Why do Arsenal keep signing Chelsea players?
In a related story, TUKO.co.ke reported that Arsenal boss explained why his club keeps signing Chelsea players.
Noni Madueke is the latest Chelsea player to join the Gunners, following in the footsteps of Kai Havertz, Raheem Sterling, and Jorginho.
Arteta said they want to sign great players rather than from a specific club.
Martin Moses, head of sports desk, contributed to this article by adding details about Arsenal's ideal line-up.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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