Overview
- Gyökeres produced a strong 24‑minute substitute display against Nottingham Forest that many outlets say merits a start for Arsenal’s trip to Bayern Munich.
- Mikel Arteta publicly praised Gyökeres’ work rate and said he remains an option for selection even as the manager continues to favour Kai Havertz as first choice.
- The Sweden forward has played only around 80 minutes of Premier League football so far this season despite starting Arsenal’s opening Champions League games and scoring 21 goals in 55 appearances last season.
- Sources have told media outlets that Gyökeres is frustrated by limited minutes and will give “serious thought” to a move next summer if his involvement does not increase, while Arsenal say they will not sanction a January sale without a like‑for‑like replacement.
- Tactically the pair offer different profiles — Havertz drops deep to link play and press, Gyökeres offers hold‑up play and direct movement — and the coming selection choice could shape squad morale and transfer interest from clubs reported to be watching him.