Arsenal Finally Lands Their Scoring Machine: Mikel Arteta Explains Why Viktor Gyokeres Was Non-Negotiable

Arsenal fans, get ready to celebrate! The Gunners have finally signed the striker they’ve been hunting for, Swedish goal machine Viktor Gyokeres. The long wait is over, and the £63.7 million deal is now official. 

Viktor Gyokeres has been one of the hottest names in football this summer. And after weeks of rumors, tension, and negotiations, Arsenal has landed the man they believe can transform their attacking game. 

Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, couldn’t hide his excitement. He called Gyokeres “absolutely outstanding” and described him as the perfect fit for Arsenal’s playing style. “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Viktor Gyökeres to the club,” Arteta said. 

The deal wasn’t easy. Gyokeres reportedly went on strike to force his club, Sporting CP, into letting him go for a lower fee. He claimed they had agreed to a smaller amount earlier in the talks. 

Sporting CP’s president, Frederico Varandas, was not pleased with this move. He issued a public statement saying he would not be blackmailed into changing the terms of the transfer. 

One of the turning points in the saga was Gyokeres’ agent, Hasan Cetinkaya, choosing to waive his fee. This helped the two clubs finally come to an agreement. Without this move, the deal might have fallen apart. 

Gyokeres is no ordinary striker. At Sporting, he scored 97 goals in just 102 matches—a record that stunned fans across Europe. Now, Arsenal hopes he can continue that incredible scoring form in the Premier League. 

Arteta explained why this signing was so important. “Viktor has so many qualities. He is quick, powerful, and intelligent. His movement in the box is top class. He brings a clinical edge that we’ve been missing.” 

The manager also said Gyokeres is not only a great player but also dependable. “His consistency and availability have been outstanding,” Arteta added. 

Andrea Berta, Arsenal’s sporting director, also praised the new striker. He said Gyokeres was “an exceptional talent” with the work ethic and mentality of a champion. 

Berta believes Gyokeres is more than just a player. “We are confident Viktor will have a major impact on the pitch and become an important figure in our dressing room,” he said. 

Arsenal fans have long hoped for a striker who could lead the line with confidence and deliver goals consistently. With Gyokeres, they might have finally found their man. 

The Swedish international has signed a long-term contract, signaling that Arsenal sees him as a central figure in their future plans. 

Gyokeres, once a star for Coventry and Brighton, has now stepped into one of the biggest football stages in the world. It’s a massive leap, and one he seems ready for. 

His ability to hold the ball, beat defenders, and find the net with both feet makes him a complete forward. Arsenal has lacked such a presence up front for years. 

Arteta believes the timing is perfect. With a busy summer of signings and improvements in many areas, adding a proven goalscorer was the final piece of the puzzle. 

Many fans believe that Gyokeres could be the key to Arsenal winning trophies this season. The excitement around his arrival is huge. 

His arrival also sends a strong message to rival clubs: Arsenal is serious about competing at the top. 

With this move, Arteta has made it clear: he’s building a team to win, and Viktor Gyokeres is at the center of that vision. 

It remains to be seen how quickly Gyokeres will adapt to the Premier League, but with his past performance and hunger to succeed, the expectations are sky-high. 

One thing is for sure: the red half of North London is buzzing with hope again. And the name on everyone’s lips is Viktor Gyokeres. 

Welcome to Arsenal, Viktor. Let the goals begin!