Arsenal setback in Viktor Gyokeres bid despite offering €10m above Sporting’s asking price - Arsenal are offering an overall package of €80m but Sporting want €70m guaranteed, with no add-ons.

Arsenal in advanced talks to sign Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres; no club-to-club agreement but there is a willingness from all parties to get a deal done; Arsenal are encouraged by the 27-year-olds desire to join;