Viktor Gyokeres has spoken for the first time after being officially announced as a new Arsenal signing on Saturday and explained why he chose the Gunners.

Transfer news LIVE!A summer window which has already seen one record-breaking deal is gearing up for another as Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United all continue to splash the cash ahead of the new Premier League season.

ARSENAL have confirmed the £63.5million signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon. The Swede, 27, has penned a five-year deal worth around £300,000 a week. Only Bukayo Saka now earns more at

Following his impressive performances last season under Austrian coach Oliver Glasner, which culminated in the club winning the FA Cup, the distinguished English striker contributed to 14 goals in 43 appearances, scoring 14 and assisting 11.

Arsenal have announced the £63.7million signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon – with the striker to wear the iconic No.14 shirt. The Gunners agreed to pay an initial £55m with

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Brazilian news outlet RTI Esporte claim Flamengo are keen on a loan move for the striker, who scored seven goals in 27 games in all competitions last season. Flamengo also signed midfielder Jorginho from the Gunners this summer. It comes as Viktor Gyokeres closes in on completing his move to the club from Sporting CP.