Overview
- Paul Merson blasted the striker’s early miss in the 2-1 win over Brighton, describing it as a chance he had to convert.
- Match reports highlighted limited involvement and ineffective actions from Gyokeres, noting few productive touches and several turnovers.
- Kai Havertz has returned to training and Gabriel Jesus came off the bench against Brighton, increasing competition for the No. 9 role.
- Analyses and fan reactions questioned his movement in the box, pointing to a lack of near‑post runs and suggesting Leandro Trossard best supplies him.
- Despite criticism, a section of supporters is urging Mikel Arteta to start Gyokeres at Aston Villa due to his pressing and physicality against a build‑from‑the‑back side.