Viktor Gyökeres will wear Arsenal’s iconic shirt no 14

Viktor Gyökeres will inherit Arsenal’s iconic No. 14 shirt following his transfer from Sporting CP. Arsenal have reached a full agreement with the Portuguese club, concluding a long-running transfer saga. The deal is worth an initial €63 million (approximately £55 million), with up to €10 million in performance-related add-ons.

The 27-year-old Sweden international is scheduled to undergo his medical this weekend and is expected to join Arsenal’s pre-season tour in Asia. He has reportedly agreed to a five-year contract.

Gyökeres will take over the No. 14 shirt, which was previously worn by club legend Thierry Henry and more recently by Eddie Nketiah. The number carries significant history at Arsenal and symbolizes high expectations for the new arrival.

The striker brings a strong scoring record from his time in Portugal, with 68 league goals in 66 appearances for Sporting CP, and is seen as a major boost to Mikel Arteta’s attacking options. His arrival is part of Arsenal’s broader ambition to strengthen the squad and compete more effectively at the top of the Premier League.

Negotiations for the transfer had been prolonged, with earlier discussions around a £60 million deal. In the end, Arsenal met Sporting’s valuation. Reports also indicated that Gyökeres had refused to train or play during the final stages of the deal.

With his move to the Emirates now secured, Arsenal fans will be eager to see how Gyökeres performs in the No. 14 shirt and whether he can live up to its legacy.