Standard Sport understands the final details of a move are now being discussed and all parties are moving towards reaching a full agreement for the 27-year-old to join the Gunners in a deal worth €63.5million (£54.86m), with a further €10m (£8.64m) in add-ons.

Arsenal are in the process of completing a deal to sign Viktor Gyokeres after taking final steps in negotiations with Sporting CP for the striker. A deal in principle is in place, with an agreement of a €63.

With deals for Noni Madueke, Cristhian Mosquera and Viktor Gyokeres agreed, Andrea Berta is turning his attention to another attack-minded signing.

The Arsenal striker saga is nearing conclusion as the club reportedly made the final steps in negotiations around one of the most sought-after forwards.