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Gyokeres Faces Immediate Striker Battle at Arsenal After Brighton Miss

Fresh competition now threatens his starting spot following Kai Havertz’s return to training alongside Gabriel Jesus’s comeback.

Overview

  • Arsenal beat Brighton 2-1 to return to the top of the Premier League, but Viktor Gyokeres drew scrutiny for a glaring early miss.
  • Paul Merson described the chance on live TV as an unbelievable opportunity that the striker had to finish.
  • Gyokeres posted muted numbers against Brighton, including two shots, roughly six passes with about half inaccurate, 17 touches and three dispossessions.
  • Kai Havertz has resumed training and Gabriel Jesus appeared off the bench, increasing pressure on Gyokeres for the No.9 role.
  • Some supporters argue Leandro Trossard is the only attacker consistently finding Gyokeres’ runs, underscoring ongoing questions about tactical fit and service.