In its search for a top-class striker for next season, Arsenal has set its sights on Viktor Gyökeres, the star scorer of Sporting Lisbon. The London club, which has suffered several attacking injuries, is determined to strengthen its squad with a proven number nine, and the Swedish forward appears to be the ideal candidate.

A top priority for the Gunners

The arrival of Andrea Berta as Arsenal's sporting director has accelerated the club’s transfer market plans. Following the surprising departure of Edu, the Italian has taken charge of squad planning and is already working on potential signings to bolster the team for next season. With Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli, and Bukayo Saka dealing with various injuries, the Gunners have had to improvise in attack, using players out of their natural positions.

Although Mikel Arteta has managed to find temporary solutions, the need for a true striker is evident. That is why the London club has turned its attention to Gyökeres, who has proven to be one of the most lethal forwards in European football. His numbers this season with Sporting speak for themselves: 30 goals and 7 assists in the Portuguese league, plus 6 goals in the Champions League.

Arsenal faces competition for Gyökeres

The Swedish striker's performances have caught the attention of several elite clubs. Teams like Manchester United, Manchester City, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich are also closely monitoring his situation. However, Arsenal might have an edge in this race thanks to Andrea Berta, who has been following Gyökeres's development for quite some time.

Besides the Sporting striker, the London club also considered Alexander Isak, but Newcastle's high financial demands have cooled Arsenal’s interest. With this in mind, the Swedish forward from the Lisbon side seems to be the most viable option.

The road to signing him won’t be easy, but Arsenal is ready to fight for a player who could be a game-changer in their pursuit of silverware.