Arsenal officially announced the signing of Viktor Gyökeres yesterday. In his first interview with the club's own media, the striker revealed why he ultimately only wanted to move to the Gunners.

We are delighted to announce that Sweden international Viktor Gyökeres has signed for us on a long-term contract. The 27-year-old striker arrives from Sporting Lisbon, where he scored an incredible 97 goals in 102 appearances.

Arsenal are finally remedying their issues in the striker department after signing Sporting CP star Viktor Gyökeres.

Arsenal have reached a full agreement with Sporting CP to sign striker Viktor Gyökeres, sources have told ESPN.

Arsenal have confirmed the €73.5M arrival of Sporting CP centre-forward Viktor Gyökeres. The deal for the strilker will see Arsenal reportedly pay Sporting €63.5M up front, with a further €10m achievable in add-ons.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta wants Viktor Gyökeres to join the club's preseason tour to Asia as the striker finalises a €73.5m move from Sporting CP.

Good Morning. You may have anticipated Friday’s edition of The Daily Viktor Gyökeres would have been filled with news of our favourite striker passing his medical with flying colours, doing his little celebration at the end,