So, can Viktor Gyokeres live up to the hype? The center forward Arsenal supporters have craved for years arrived last week, and every indication since it became clear he was Mikel Arteta's man is that the Swede is determined to not be crushed under the weight of expectation.

While obviously the more Viktor Gyokeres can help Arsenal finish their chances the better, he should also help solve the Gunners' main problem of creating enough chances in the first place.

Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon, with the Gunners set to land one of Europe’s most coveted forwards.Gyokeres has exploded in output since joining