Though there reportedly remains a debate ongoing over the nature and structure of the bonuses included, Mikel Arteta was hoping to have Gyokeres signed in time for Saturday’s departure for their pre-season tour of Asia, along with Chelsea winger Noni Madueke and Valencia centre-back Cristhian Mosquera.

Viktor Gyokeres is expected to join Arsenal this summer and Sporting Lisbon fans have made their feelings clear on the move by displaying banners during a pre-season friendly against Celtic

Viktor Gyokeres' brother has seemingly followed Arsenal on Instagram amid the Gunners' pursuit of the Sporting CP star. Reports suggest that Mikel Arteta's side are progressing towards a deal to land the striker as they look to strengthen their options.