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.

Sweden striker Viktor Gyökeres has finally signed his contract as a new Arsenal player on Saturday. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano,

Sporting superstar Viktor Gyökeres is moving to FC Arsenal. The Gunners announced this on Saturday evening via 'X'. The striker has signed a contract until 2030. This is where you need to be. Viktor Gyökeres is a Gunner ✊  –  Saturday,

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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.