Arsenal look set to solve their biggest squad deficiency as they are nearing a deal for striker Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting CP, with the 27-year-old close to arriving from the Portuguese club.

Arsenal have reportedly hit a minor snag in negotiations with Sporting Lisbon over the signing of Viktor Gyokeres. It has been widely reported that the two clubs have reached an agreement in principle over a £55.1m transfer that will see the Swedish striker move to the Emirates this summer.

Arsenal have already agreed to pay more than they initially wanted to for Viktor Gyokeres, but talks with Sporting CP are still 'tense' with negotiations ongoing