Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he is "absolutely delighted" to welcome new signing Viktor Gyokeres through the doors of the Emirates, after the striker agreed to a £63m move from Sporting. The 27-year-old, who made 102 appearances and scored 97 goals over a two-year spell at the Portuguese club, has penned a five-year contract.

Arsenal confirm £65.5m transfer as Mikel Arteta secures striker signing - Prolific centre-forward joins Gunners from Sporting on a five-year deal

Mikel Arteta may have hinted that Viktor Gyokeres will complete his transfer to Arsenal “in the next few hours”. The Gunners have reportedly agreed a deal worth up to £63.8 million (€73m)