Arsenal Sign Viktor Gyökeres: 5 Key Things to Know About the New No. 14
Arsenal fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the club has officially confirmed the signing of Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres on a long-term deal ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season.
Announced on Saturday, July 26, 2025, the former Sporting CP star joins the Gunners after a €63.5 million transfer fee was agreed, plus an additional €10 million in performance-based add-ons. Gyökeres has signed a five-year contract, marking one of Arsenal’s biggest signings in recent history.
Here Are 5 Things You Should Know About Viktor Gyökeres
1. A Proven Goalscorer
Gyökeres arrives in North London with an astonishing goal record. He scored 97 goals and provided 28 assists in just 102 appearances for Sporting Lisbon over two seasons. He led the Primeira Liga in scoring during both the 2023/24 (29 goals) and 2024/25 (39 goals) campaigns, earning him the Bola de Prata and Player of the Year awards in 2024.
2. Record-Breaking Transfer
Arsenal splashed out a whopping €63.5 million (£54 million) plus up to €10 million in add-ons, making Gyökeres one of the club’s most expensive signings ever. He is also expected to earn around £300,000 per week, putting him among the highest-paid players at the Emirates Stadium.
3. Wears the Legendary No. 14 Shirt
Gyökeres will wear the iconic No. 14 jersey, famously worn by club legend Thierry Henry. This is Arsenal’s first major forward signing since Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang joined in 2018, and expectations are sky-high.
4. A Physical Powerhouse
Standing tall and strong, the Swedish forward is known for his pace, strength, and aerial dominance. He’s often referred to as a “physical machine” and is expected to give Premier League defenders serious problems with his relentless style of play.
5. Exit Drama at Sporting
Gyökeres’ exit from Sporting was not without controversy. He reportedly skipped 13 days of training while on holiday in a bid to force the move, leading to a €350,000 fine. However, a “gentleman’s agreement” was eventually honored, allowing him to leave the club at the end of the 2024/25 season.
Final Thoughts
Arsenal fans are now dreaming big, hoping that Viktor Gyökeres can fire the Gunners to their first Premier League title since 2004. With his goal-scoring prowess and physical dominance, he might just be the missing piece in Mikel Arteta’s puzzle.
