reporter Ben Jacobs reported that Yorke's transfer ushered in a critical day. Portuguese has notified Yorke that he must return to the team to train today, but Yorke is expected to refuse. He has made his position to the club this summer.

The reporter said that Portugal Sports has informed Arsenal that they requested a fixed transfer fee of 70 million euros plus floating terms. Arsenal and Yorke reached personal terms on a five-year contract, and all parties hope to complete the transaction as soon as possible.