Viktor Gyökeres expresses frustration over Arsenal playing time

Arsenal forward Viktor Gyökeres has expressed frustration regarding his limited playing time under manager Mikel Arteta. Despite scoring a winning goal for Sweden in a 2-1 UEFA Nations League victory against Romania, the 28-year-old Swedish striker has struggled to secure a starting role this season, often appearing as a substitute.

Gyökeres, who joined Arsenal from Sporting CP for £64 million in the summer of 2025, previously finished last season as the club's top scorer with 21 goals, contributing to their Premier League title win. However, he has recently found himself behind Kai Havertz in the pecking order.

The situation at Arsenal has become more complex following a muscle strain suffered by Havertz while playing for Germany against the Netherlands. While Havertz is undergoing medical tests, there is speculation that Gyökeres may have an opportunity to reclaim a central role in the squad during the upcoming fixtures.