Arsenal have persistently flirted with moves for both Gyokeres and RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko this summer but if the ex-Coventry City hitman does not show up for training in Lisbon, there is optimism Sporting may crack and eventually, soften their stance.

Arsenal and Man Utd transfer target set for awkward return as Sporting issue statement - The prolific striker’s future remains up in the air as Sporting president Frederico Varandas stands firm on the

The Gunners are keen to strengthen in the striker department and have been linked with both Viktor Gyokeres and Benjamin Sesko in the summer transfer window. Both players have at one time or another during this transfer window been deemed to be the chosen one, with reports of talks being at advanced stages over a deal.