Arsenal signing confirmed after Gyokeres demand

Tom Weber
Tom Weber
  • Updated: 24 Jun 2025 21:26 BST
  • 6 min read
Viktor Gyokeres, Sporting CP, 2024/25
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Tuesday delivered plenty of huge transfer news as Arsenal finalised the signing of a record-breaking star.

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Plus, Viktor Gyokeres demanded to be sold by Sporting CP and Chelsea took a major step towards signing Jamie Gittens. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

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