Reinforcing Arsenal’s attack was right at the top of Mikel Arteta’s priority list this summer.
A lack of a reliable goalscorer at crucial moments has, for three consecutive seasons, seen his side fall short in the title race. A prolific striker is needed.
Arsenal appear to have identified their ideal goal machine in Viktor Gyökeres.
Gyökeres has reportedly been doing all he can to push for a move to Arsenal, and the latest reports suggest that there has been some good progress on that front. It seems Gyökeres himself is sending a bold message to the club: break the bank, because I am worth it.
“I’m Definitely One of Them”
In a bid to convince Arsenal he is worth every million they part with for his services, Gyökeres has openly placed himself among the elite.
Asked to rank himself alongside Harry Kane, Robert Lewandowski and Erling Haaland, as quoted by Goal, he stated:
“I’m definitely one of them. It’s hard to classify me, but yes, I’m at the same table as them now. They are extraordinary players, at the top level for many years, who have proven much more than I have.
For my part, I have to show that I am capable of maintaining these performances season after season. What I managed to do at Sporting, I am convinced I can achieve anywhere. You haven’t seen the best Gyökeres yet.”
Arsenal Urged to Seal the Deal
If that is not a public nudge for Arsenal to act swiftly, what is?
It is almost as if the Swedish striker is saying: if a proven goalscorer is within reach, why hesitate?
With 54 goals in 52 appearances last season, if Gyökeres can maintain anything close to that form, few would argue with his claim to sit at Europe’s top table.
Here’s hoping that Gyokeres is unveiled as a Gunners soon! Our Gunners depart for preseason in Asia on 19th July!
The unveiling of Gyokeres as a Gunner is expected to be confirmed soon by the club..
Daniel O
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The one thing that concerns me about the signing of Gyokeres is his shyness and lack of confidence.😂🤣👍
You mean in front of goal? That I think is not the case, as the stats show. Otherwise it would really be most concerning.
Our friend Derek wasn’t being serious in his remarks.
Bertie,
You know me to well. 😂🤣👍👏
A confident and bold Gyokeres is what Arsenal exactly need and his inclusion in the team will take us to the next level, making us very strong contenders for the PL and the CL.
I agree. All good and, certainly, great strikers don’t lack confidence. You have to believe that “you can do it”, make a difference personally, game in and game out.
Clearly, it hasn’t worked without an acknowledged striker leading the line – that’s a fact, not an opinion – so, assuming Gyokeres does sign, let’s see what Arsenal can do with one.
I can’t remember any meek great striker Bertie – the nearest one might have been Alan Smith.
Yes. Good old Alan was a fine striker but seemingly unassuming as a personality as you say. He was certainly no Muhammad Ali of the football pitch. That said, I don’t think he lacked that innate “confidence” as a striker.
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Ken1945,
I agree with you regards Alan Smith. One booking in his whole career, if my memory serves me correctly it was for kicking the ball away v Sheffield Wednesday in one of the Cup finals. League Cup or FA Cup I can’t remember.
But a striker that who ever he played with was well appreciated for his unselfish play as well as his eye for goal. 👍
Derek, that booking was in the FA Cup replay in ’93. What amazed me was Mark Bright not getting a Red Card for his assault on Andy Linighan which resulted with Linighan suffering a broken nose.
Herr Drier,
I totally agree regards Bright’s assault on Any Linighan.
But if you remember Karma came into play. From the last minute corner in extra time, who was the marker who lost his man (Linighan) to head home the winner.
Yes you’ve guessed it, a certain player named Mark bright. Like I said Karma.😂
Thanks for the info regarding Smiths booking by the way. 👍
I like that he backs himself.. However, I don’t like arrogance unless you are a consistent standout player, because that’s a personality defect or a sign of narcissism. Confidence is a fine thing, though, it’s crucial in sport
That sounds cocky, but let’s see how he backs it up. With his work rate and physicality, I’m confident he will, especially in the premier league.