Gyokeres ‘VERY UPSET’ at Arsenal transfer situation

Carlo Garganese

Updated: 18 Jun 2025 09:38 BST
4 min read

Viktor Gyokeres is reported to be furious and 'very upset' at Sporting Lisbon's role in so far preventing him from joining Arsenal.

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The Gunners have made Gyokeres their number one striker target this summer, according to some sources - including Alfredo Pedulla.

Current ETV

Viktor Gyökeres

F (C)

Sporting CP

Viktor Gyökeres

F (C)

Sporting CP

ETV Range

€69.3M - €84.8M

But Arsenal have been unable to complete a deal for Gyokeres because Sporting Lisbon have been demanding a bigger than expected transfer fee.

A public war has erupted between the player’s entourage and his club over his asking price.

Gyokeres’ agents claim that Sporting broke a promise to sell him for less than €70m this summer, while Sporting have denied a promise was ever made.

Gyokeres upset at Sporting

And A Bola now report that Gyokeres is furious and 'very upset' with Sporting's behaviour, believing that they are costing him his chance of joining Arsenal.

Gyokeres is said to have informed the Sporting hierarchy of his unhappiness with their stance.

Consequently, Arsenal have been simultaneously working on a deal for Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko and may instead sign him due to the problems surrounding Gyokeres.

The Swede is also wanted by Man Utd, Juventus and Saudi Arabian clubs but his preferred destination is believed to be Arsenal.

Gyokeres is the hottest striking property around right now after having an incredible season, scoring 54 goals in 52 games in all competitions, and leading Sporting to another league title.

This follows on from his brilliant form from last season for Sporting where he scored 43 goals in all competitions for his club.

© IMAGO - Gyokeres is wanted by many clubs

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