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Arsenal<\/a> have made their first decisive move in the transfer market this summer, officially launching a bid for Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres, Soccernet.ng<\/a> reports<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The move for Gyokeres flashes a clear signal that the Gunners have turned their focus away from long-linked targets Victor Osimhen<\/a> and Benjamin Sesko.<\/p>\n

Mikel Arteta is determined to add a prolific centre-forward to his squad, aiming to solve the last piece of Arsenal\u2019s puzzle after three consecutive second-place finishes in the Premier League.<\/p>\n

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Nigeria and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen. Photo by IMAGO.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While several names have been touted, including Napoli\u2019s<\/a> Osimhen and RB Leipzig’s Sesko, it is Gyokeres who has emerged as the Gunners\u2019 top priority.<\/p>\n

Portuguese outlet A Bola via TMW<\/a> reports that Arsenal sent a formal offer to Sporting for Gyokeres in recent days. The package is believed to be worth \u20ac55 million plus \u20ac10 million in performance-related bonuses \u2014 below the \u20ac60 million + \u20ac10 million valuation Sporting president Frederico Varandas previously declared as the minimum starting point for negotiations.<\/p>\n

The Portuguese club reportedly rejected Arsenal\u2019s opening proposal but remains open to further talks. Sporting have internally discussed the offer, and while it was turned down, sources close to the deal insist Arsenal are prepared to return with an improved bid.<\/p>\n

The 27-year-old Sweden international has been in sensational form, scoring 54 goals in 52 appearances across all competitions last season. His clinical performances have caught the eye of top European clubs, but Arsenal appear to be the most aggressive suitor.<\/p>\n

Should negotiations with Sporting collapse, Arsenal are expected to pivot quickly to Sesko, who remains high on their list.<\/p>\n

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