Arsenal Respond to Viktor Gyökeres Transfer Speculation as Mikel Arteta Focuses on Sporting CP Match
Ahead of Arsenal’s important match against Sporting CP, manager Mikel Arteta addressed the growing rumors linking Viktor Gyökeres, the Swedish striker from Sporting, to the North London club. Gyökeres has been in impressive form for the Portuguese side, fueling speculation that Arsenal may be interested in signing him.
However, Arteta dismissed the rumors during a pre-match press conference, emphasizing that Arsenal’s focus is entirely on their goals for the current season rather than on potential transfers. “We respect all our opponents and their players,” Arteta said. “Viktor is a talented player, but there’s nothing to these reports. Our focus right now is on what we need to achieve as a team.”
While reports had suggested that Arsenal scouts had been tracking Gyökeres for months, with the 25-year-old seen as a potential addition to strengthen their attack, Arteta remained firm on the club’s stance. His skill set, physicality, and clinical finishing have drawn attention from several top European clubs.
When asked about Arsenal’s transfer plans, Arteta reiterated that the team’s priority is the ongoing season. “Transfers are not a topic right now. We have a competitive squad, and our focus is on reaching our objectives this season,” he stated.
Sporting CP’s manager, Rúben Amorim, also commented on the rumors, stating that Gyökeres is committed to their project. “We are aware of interest from other clubs, but Viktor is happy here and focused on our goals,” Amorim said.
As Arsenal prepares for their crucial clash with Sporting CP, Arteta’s comments suggest that the transfer rumors are effectively closed for now. Whether Arsenal will revisit the idea of signing Gyökeres in the future remains unclear, but for now, their attention is fully on the match ahead, not the transfer window.
