The new issue holding up Arsenal's move for Viktor Gyokeres has been revealed and once again it centres on Sporting CP moving the goalposts

Gyokeres's impending transfer to North London had been slightly held up by a Sporting soap opera, as club president Frederico Varandas firstly denied the existence of a €70m (£60.7m) gentleman's agreement with the striker's camp.

Arsenal are trying to overcome one final hitch as they look to get a deal for Viktor Gyokeres over the line, while Sporting have a prolific replacement lined up

Arsenal are still hopeful of finalising a deal to sign Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres in time for the start of their pre-season tour, despite a report in Portugal throwing the move into doubt.

Arsenal are attempting to iron out one more issue as they look to get the Viktor Gyokeres transfer over the line, while Sporting have an exciting replacement lined up

Speaking on the matter was journalist Sami Mokbel, who told the Latte Firm podcast about how Arsenal view Gyokeres as a player. “They were really impressed by the numbers, and of course, a club the size of Arsenal would always look at those numbers and watch the player to the nth degree, really.

Former England boss Roy Hodgson has opened up on striker Viktor Gyokeres and how he could have a real impact at Arsenal.

Beyond Arsenal, Goldbridge expanded the discussion to the broader Premier League transfer market. He praised Chelsea, saying, “Chelsea deservedly beat the best team in the world, which is PSG,” and highlighted the dominance of English clubs, remarking, “We now have a Super League and it’s benefiting the Premier League massively.”

Arsenal are working to land Gyokeres and have a five-year deal prepared, subject to the clubs reaching an agreement over a fee.