The stalemate has reportedly devastated Gyokeres’ family who feel the 26-year-old is doing everything he can to get the move over the line. His father Stefan ‘burst into tears’ and was left emotionally distraught over the weekend, now believing move will not go through, according to Maisfutebol.

There was even a petition set up in an attempt to block his arrival.

Madueke’s arrival boosts Arsenal’s options on the wing, alongside Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli.