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Arsenal Close In on £63 Million Gyökeres Deal as Striker Remains on Strike

Sporting’s insistence on a higher up-front fee has prompted Gyökeres to refuse training ahead of an imminent £60–63 million move to Arsenal.

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Overview

  • Arsenal and Sporting CP resumed negotiations this weekend over a package worth £60 million–£63 million including add-ons, with Arsenal proposing instalment payments to satisfy Sporting’s valuation.
  • Viktor Gyökeres continues to sit out Sporting’s pre-season training and faces potential disciplinary fines as he presses for a transfer to the Emirates.
  • The Gunners have agreed personal terms with Chelsea winger Noni Madueke in a deal reported at around £48.5 million and are scheduling his medical for the coming days.
  • Manchester United are preparing a £6 million bid to trigger goalkeeper John Victor’s release clause after André Onana sustained a hamstring injury in training.
  • Newcastle United have reengaged Hugo Ekitike’s representatives over his €100 million release clause, and Marcus Rashford is due to hold exit talks with Manchester United’s hierarchy this week.