Arsenal is reportedly open to a permanent departure for Viktor Gyökeres, but Juventus and AC Milan must make a significant financial commitment to secure the Swedish striker’s return to mainland Europe.

The 28-year-old forward played a crucial role in Arsenal’s Premier League title-winning campaign in 2025/26, but his playing time has diminished this season, leading to rising speculation about his future. However, the Gunners are adamant about not allowing a temporary move.

• Arsenal demands more than £60 million for Gyökeres, approximately €70 million.
• Juventus and AC Milan are monitoring the situation, with Milan initially exploring a loan option.
• Arsenal's clear stance indicates they will only consider a permanent transfer, complicating a January deal.

Both Italian clubs face challenges in reallocating funds, as they need to invest in other squad areas, making it impractical to spend heavily on one player.

Arsenal’s firm valuation reflects their reluctance to incur a major loss after investing significantly in Gyökeres. He joined from Sporting CP in July 2025, following a remarkable record of 97 goals in 102 appearances for the Portuguese club. His debut season saw him net 20 goals, contributing to Arsenal's title success.

Given the circumstances, Arsenal prefers to recover a substantial part of their investment rather than facilitate a loan that could benefit rivals like Juventus or Milan. The pressing question for the Serie A clubs now is whether Arsenal’s valuation will decrease before next summer, as Gyökeres remains a costly option rather than an enticing bargain.