Arsenal are working hard to try and close a significant deal for Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres but the Gunners also want to strengthen in other areas this summer

A deal for the 27-year-old striker is not done as discussions continue over the fee — but the situation is progressing towards a conclusion.

Arsenal are advancing in talks with Sporting over the signing of Viktor Gyokeres. A deal has not been finalized for the Swedish striker, but it appears he has emerged as Arsenal's favored option in a summer where they have also been in negotiations with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko.