Arsenal demand wage cut for Osimhen as Gyokeres stays

Arsenal's pursuit of Victor Osimhen hinges on the Nigerian accepting a pay-cut, with Viktor Gyokeres set to stay.

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What happened. Arsenal are reportedly interested in Victor Osimhen but would require him to take a wage cut to proceed, while Viktor Gyokeres is expected to stay despite links.

• Osimhen seen as competition for Gyokeres, not replacement.
• Gyokeres arrived from Sporting for £55m last summer.
• Barcelona expected to bid for Gyokeres, but Arsenal to retain him.

Arsenal may focus on other targets if Osimhen won't reduce wages, with Gyokeres staying put.

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