Overview
- Wayne Rooney told Amazon Prime Video Sport he ranks Viktor Gyokeres in his top three Premier League performers, praising the Arsenal forward’s work rate, hold‑up play and goal return.
- Mikel Arteta has reiterated strong backing for Gyokeres, stressing the need for a No. 9 who can handle lean scoring spells and emphasizing the player’s mental resilience during adaptation.
- Former Arsenal midfielder Stefan Schwarz urged Gyokeres to shed weight and sharpen fitness after a missed pre‑season, calling him a “heavy player” who would benefit from getting lighter.
- Ex-Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke assessed that Gyokeres is a good player but not yet “world‑class,” reflecting ongoing debate over the Swede’s ceiling.
- Gyokeres has six goals in 14 appearances this season and four in the league, but a hamstring injury has sidelined him for club and Sweden games with his availability for the North London derby and Bayern still unclear.