Transfer: Gyökeres To Arsenal, Real Madrid Back Alonso’s Plans, Chelsea Cool On Isak

Arsenal’s transfer business continues to heat up, with Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres set to undergo his medicals ahead of a high-profile move to the Emirates.

According to renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, all formalities between the Gunners and Sporting have been completed, clearing the way for the Swedish forward’s final steps toward becoming an Arsenal player.

Romano confirmed on X: “Viktor Gyökeres, new Arsenal player as every document has now been approved and exchanged. Arsenal and Sporting completed the process with formal authorisation to travel, and medicals to start in the next 24 hours. Gyökeres, coming soon.”

The striker is expected to join Mikel Arteta’s squad during their pre-season tour in Asia, adding firepower to a frontline already stacked with attacking talent. Arsenal fans will hope Gyökeres replicates his goal-scoring exploits from Portugal in the Premier League.

Real Madrid Fulfil Alonso’s Demands

Real Madrid are showing faith in newly-appointed manager Xabi Alonso, agreeing to his transfer requests amid the ongoing summer window.

As reported by Madrid Zone via Cadena SER, Alonso has instructed the club to retain midfielder Dani Ceballos, who has been linked with a move away, particularly to Real Betis.

The report also indicates Alonso has asked that no midfielder be sold this summer, a request the Los Blancos hierarchy has reportedly agreed to.

With Luka Modric having recently departed, Alonso seems intent on maintaining depth and experience in the heart of midfield as he builds for the 2025/2026 campaign.

Chelsea Step Away from Isak Pursuit, Focus Shifted

Chelsea have reportedly decided not to move forward in their pursuit of Newcastle striker Alexander Isak.

Despite the Swedish forward submitting a transfer request and expressing his desire to leave St. James’ Park, the Blues are turning their attention elsewhere.

Fabrizio Romano provided clarity on the situation via his official 𝕏 page: “Chelsea not actively working on Alexander Isak deal and no interest in proceeding despite reports. #CFC very happy with their strikers and fully focused on Xavi Simons and Jorrel Hato deals now.”

While Liverpool remains the frontrunners in the race for Isak, Chelsea’s recruitment team seems content with their current attacking setup and more focused on youthful reinforcements.