Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres has spoken out in support of close friend Alexander Isak following his controversial transfer from Newcastle to Liverpool.
Mikel Arteta's side mostly held their own at Anfield but lacked any cutting edge in attack against the defending champions
Viktor Gyokeres has been defended by Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit after he was left "alone" by his team-mates following his disappointing Gunners debut. Despite Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford, the Swedish forward was left frustrated, failing to register a single shot on goal. His performance was a far cry from the explosive displays that saw him secure a £64 million ($86m) transfer from Sporting Lisbon, with many Gunners fans left questioning whether he could live up to his hefty price tag.
Former Arsenal winger Theo Walcott has urged patience with Viktor Gyokeres after the Swedish striker endured a tough Premier League debut against Manchester United. Arsenal’s marquee summer signing lasted just 60 minutes before being replaced by Kai Havertz in the 1-0 win, failing to register a single shot and often appearing isolated against the United defence.
Napoli chief Aurelio De Laurentiis says he rejected Paris Saint-Germain’s bid for Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia because of Antonio Conte.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has made a big call with regards to new signing Viktor Gyokeres, who will take over a vital job from Bukayo Saka.
The return of top-flight football lived up to the billing, and there are plenty of arguments ready to be made after one weekend of action
The Gunners' Italian maestro got the clincher but their £64 million summer signing struggled as they edged the Red Devils on their own patch
Lee Dixon says he has a 'good feeling' about new Arsenal signing Viktor Gyokeres as the Gunners attempt to win the Premier League title in 2025-26.
