Though there reportedly remains a debate ongoing over the nature and structure of the bonuses included, Mikel Arteta was hoping to have Gyokeres signed in time for Saturday’s departure for their pre-season tour of Asia, along with Chelsea winger Noni Madueke and Valencia centre-back Cristhian Mosquera.

However, speaking to Portuguese outlet Sport TV on Thursday, Palhinha stressed that he remained committed to his contract with Bayern, which is not due to expire until June 2028. ‘I have a contract for three more years, so I’ll report for duty on July 29, which is when we start this pre-season,’ he said.

Liverpool have opened talks with Hugo Ekitike as an alternative to Alexander Isak, Arsenal are yet to complete the signing of Viktor Gyokeres and Manchester United's summer has hit a snag

Arsenal are ready to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha in this summer's transfer window. Arteta's side are keen to bolster their midfielder

The situation surrounding Viktor Gyökeres’ expected move to Arsenal continues to drag on, and tensions are growing in Portugal. According to CNN Portugal pundit Daniel Carvalho, the striker’s failure to report for pre-season has left a negative mark on his relationship with Sporting.

Gabriel Martinelli has reacted to a new message from Real Madrid's Rodrygo after a new report emerged about Arsenal's pursuit of the Los Blancos winger.

Arsenal have walked away from deals to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo and Bayern Munich defensive midfielder Joao Palhinha, according to reports.

Arsenal remain in contention to sign Rodrygo during the current transfer window, with the Brazilian attacker potentially set for a departure from Real Madrid. Speculation surrounding his future has intensified, as the player does not appear to have the full confidence of manager Xabi Alonso.