Arsenal Faces Transfer Delays for Gyokeres Amid Liverpool Interest

Arsenal is close to completing a £64 million signing of Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres, marking their sixth summer acquisition amid earlier pursuits of players like Benjamin Sesko and Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, the latter deemed too costly. Meanwhile, Reiss Nelson, recovering from a serious hamstring injury, is expected to leave Arsenal on loan, likely returning to Fulham, which is seen as a beneficial move for all parties given his need for regular playing time. Tottenham Hotspur is involved in transfer activity as well, with their pursuit of Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White causing friction, as Forest has declared him not for sale and may consider legal action against Spurs. Additionally, Bayern Munich’s Joao Palhinha, who has struggled for playing time, is contemplating a move back to the Premier League, with Arsenal and Tottenham as possible destinations, though Spurs appear more likely due to Arsenal's midfield signings. Former Tottenham player Adel Taarabt expressed regret over choosing Spurs instead of Arsenal early in his career, citing Arsenal's French-speaking environment as a better fit, highlighting the competitive nature and player preferences within north London football. These developments underscore a busy transfer window with strategic moves and rivalry dynamics shaping the Premier League landscape.