Michael Owen: Arsenal are not happy with Viktor Gyokeres
Former striker Michael Owen suggests that Arsenal are planning to upgrade their attack despite their recent title win, as the club is not fully satisfied with Viktor Gyokeres.
Despite ending their 22-year league title wait, Arsenal could be preparing for significant squad changes. Former Liverpool and Manchester United striker Michael Owen claims the club's hierarchy is not entirely satisfied with Viktor Gyokeres, despite his 21-goal return last season.
Gyokeres arrived in a £64 million deal, but Owen views him as a potentially temporary solution. The pundit suggests that at the elite level, the standards are incredibly high, and the club would move quickly if a world-class talent became available on the market.
They’ve won it playing like this at the moment; that’s not to say they’re going to be like this forever. Arsenal would love to find another centre-forward – they’re not happy with Gyokeres really. Michael Owen
The situation highlights Mikel Arteta's desire to balance current efficiency with higher entertainment value. Owen warns against over-tinkering, noting that while evolution is necessary, teams must be careful not to disrupt the delicate balance that brought them success.
Despite his reservations about the Swedish international, Owen is bullish about Arsenal's future. He believes the Gunners are well-positioned for sustained success, primarily due to the ongoing instability at rivals like Liverpool and Chelsea.