Despite agreeing the basic framework of a move for Gyökeres weeks ago, Arsenal and Sporting found themselves butting heads over the nature of the add-ons proposed by the Gunners, which invited pressure of a potential hijack from long-term admirers Manchester United.

Arsenal are set to wrap up the signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP imminently, according to two separate sources, as Jose Mourinho and Anders Limpar give their verdicts on how the striker will fare at the Emirates Stadium under manager Mikel Arteta.

The Viktor Gyökeres saga appears to be nearing its conclusion. The Swedish striker is on the verge of joining Arsenal for a record fee.