The Gunners are in advanced talks to sign Viktor Gyokeres and remain confident of securing key contract renewals behind the scenes, despite interest from rival clubs.

The two clubs have agreed a deal worth up to £15m for the Denmark international midfielder. Arsenal will also decide whether to formalise a move for Chelsea attacker Noni Madueke after agreeing personal terms with the England international.

After three consecutive second-place finishes, it was clear that Arsenal were going to be in the market for quality additions to take them over the line and clinch a first Premier League title since 2004.