Arsenal have taken another huge step towards signing Viktor Gyokeres.Standard Sport understands that the Gunners are closing in on the signing of the Sporting star as Mikel Arteta looks to land his desired statement striker signing finally.

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.