Arsenal returned for pre-season training on Monday, just over a fortnight before they kick off their tour of the United States, where they'll face AC Milan, Newcastle and Tottenham

Arsenal are advancing in talks with Sporting over the signing of Viktor Gyokeres. A deal has not been finalized for the Swedish striker, but it appears he has emerged as Arsenal's favored option in a summer where they have also been in negotiations with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko.

Viktor Gyokeres looks set to finally become the striker Arsenal have been needing to sign for years. The Gunners have made their move to sign the Swede from Sporting CP, advancing talks with the Portuguese side over a £70million deal.