Arsenal is on the verge of signing Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP in a £63.5m deal, with the Swedish striker set to undergo a medical on Friday to finalize his move.

Arsenal are close to completing the signing of Viktor Gyokeres in a deal worth €63.5 million upfront plus €10 million in bonuses. The 26-year-old Swedish international has agreed to a five-year contract with the Gunners, which will see him earn around €8 million per season after tax.

Gyokeres is expected to arrive in London on Friday to undergo a medical, which is the final step before signing his contract. The deal has been months in the making, with negotiations between Arsenal and Sporting CP hitting several roadblocks. However, the clubs have now reached a breakthrough, and the move is expected to be finalized soon.

Mikel Arteta has been instrumental in driving the pursuit of Gyokeres, who is seen as a key addition to Arsenal’s forward line. The striker’s versatility and goal-scoring ability make him an attractive prospect for the Gunners. Gyokeres has already expressed his desire to join Arsenal and push for major honors in England.

The Gunners have brought in Kepa Arrizabalaga, Martin Zubimendi, and Christian Norgaard, and moves for Noni Madueke and Cristhian Mosquera are also nearing completion. Gyokeres’s arrival will give Arsenal a powerful and versatile attacker capable of leading the line or operating in wider areas.

With the medical and paperwork expected to be completed soon, Gyokeres could feature in Arsenal’s upcoming pre-season fixtures. The final agreement is now only subject to medical tests and the final signatures, with Arsenal hopeful of making the announcement official before the weekend.