Arsenal have set up a transfer for Viktor Gyokeres in the January transfer window. Arsenal’s last showing in the UEFA Champions League has excited fans and analysts alike. Wednesday they scripted a magnificent 5-1 win over Sporting CP for their biggest European win.
Many players on display have been showing their talents including, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Magalhaes, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard, all of whom were on the scoresheet. Arsenal looked revitalized and like their best self, all under the guidance of manager Mikel Arteta.
Initially, there were high expectations for a player said to be on his way to Arsenal – Viktor Gyokeres. But Saka and Martin Odegaard were the ones that really shone on the pitch. Arsenal returns to a team cohesion and they score eight goals in their last two matches.
And this impressive offensive output may blunt calls for a marquee signing in January. His transfer rumours remain hot but Gyokeres was contained by defenders Magalhaes and William Saliba for the most part. Arsenal’s performance told doubters something in no uncertain terms.
Even as he came in for criticism for his lack of finishing ability Havertz had a major role to play as a striker. With his hold-up play, he then allowed teammates like Saka and Odegaard to carve out chances to score. Arsenal’s attacking players were electric throughout the match as Sporting CP struggled defensively.
Viktor Gyokeres on Arsenal list
Odegaard’s role can’t be ignored. He didn’t score or set up a goal, but he had a presence on the field, keeping possession and orchestrating plays. This performance showed why it needed players with the same qualities as Odegaard in the squad.
Victor Gyokeres is, of course, a fantastic striker, but Arsenal’s starting lineup has some quality in attack at the moment and could perhaps ease some of the pressure to sign him.
Arsenal have had good form in European competition recently. Not only have they won games, but they have also played a style that fans have loved, putting balls in the back of the net. The Gunners have also now scored eight goals in their last two matches in all competitions.
Arsenal tends to find itself in difficult waters in this prestigious tournament. They lost the Champions League final in 2006 to Barcelona but never managed to win that trophy. They’ve had their share of highs and lows over the years, and have crashed out of the Round of 16 twice since 2010. But their performances over the past few years have indicated a tendency to be a little more competitive.
Arsenal under Arteta has been about resilience, and adaptability in terms of statistics. Their attacking depth and creativity offer the team the ability to score multiple goals on the net throughout the game. Arsenal looks to this season as one that has the ability to make a major impact, especially with key players coming back from long injury layoffs and in form.
What’s next
Ahead, though, Arsenal’s clear path looks like that of serious contenders in both domestic and European competitions. And the last few matches show that they are on a par with the best teams in Europe. They could get further in the Champions League. Then they have for a number of years if they keep this up.
If they can find some more new talent in January, it could add to their squad even further. Victor Gyokeres is a name that often pops up in transfer talks. But it’s yet to be seen whether he’ll join Arsenal or if others will come. As to the position of the club, management will likely be their needs based on their performance trends, and injury updates.
But of course, Arsenal remain quite some distance from silverware, I think but if they can continue like this, I think they can be dangerous as they can challenge.
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