Overview
- Arteta told Sky Sports the scrutiny "is not going away" and said the only missing piece is "scoring more goals," calling the depth up front a deliberate plan.
- Gyokeres has five Premier League goals and seven in all competitions at mid-season after a £63–64m summer move from Sporting.
- Analysts argue Arsenal’s deliberate build-up and compact low blocks limit the space he attacked in Portugal, with last season’s haul also boosted by penalties.
- Suggested adjustments include pairing him with Kai Havertz as a back-to-goal foil and maximizing Leandro Trossard’s quick deliveries that have fashioned chances.
- Selection pressure is rising as Gabriel Jesus returns to scoring and pundits back him to start, even as teammates praise Gyokeres’ pressing, hold-up play and space-creating runs.