Arsenal are reportedly prepared to spend big on Viktor Gyokeres this month, with Mikel Arteta confirming the club is “actively looking” to bolster their squad.
Arsenal’s attacking depth has been significantly impacted by injuries to Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, and Ethan Nwaneri. Arteta acknowledged the need for reinforcements, especially with Saka potentially sidelined for up to three months and Jesus out for a prolonged period. After Arsenal’s 2-1 victory over Tottenham in the North London derby, Arteta told TNT Sports: “Yes, for sure because we lost two big players, Bukayo who could be out for up to three months and then Gabby who will be out for a long, long, long time. We are going to try [in this window] for sure. We are actively looking. We will try. Let’s see what we can get.”
According to L’Equipe, Arsenal are now willing to meet Viktor Gyokeres’ €100 million (£83m) release clause. The Sporting striker has been in outstanding form, scoring 32 goals in 30 games across all competitions this season.
While Arsenal are also considering other forwards, such as Alexander Isak and Jonathan David, neither Newcastle nor Lille are prepared to sell in January. However, Gyokeres’ release clause offers a more straightforward opportunity.
The 26-year-old has attracted interest from several top European clubs, including Manchester United and Bayern Munich, and has expressed his desire to play for “one of the best teams in Europe.” When asked about his future in an interview with Spanish outlet Marca last month, Gyokeres said: “We will see. There are many rumours circulating, but we are in the middle of the season, there are still many months left.
We will see when the time comes what will happen. My goal? To play for one of the best teams in Europe. That is the objective. It has been difficult at times. I have played many seasons in the Championship. It is a very good and tough league, but it is clear that I have always wanted to play in some important league.”
