Arsenal Weighs Viktor Gyokeres Role Ahead Man City Clash

Arsenal's upcoming Premier League matches, particularly against Manchester City and Newcastle, are pivotal in assessing whether they can challenge Liverpool for the title this season. Viktor Gyökeres, Arsenal's new signing, has shown promise with goals in his first few home appearances, though his impact away from home has been limited, and he faces scrutiny despite a commendable scoring record. Analysts suggest Arsenal can exploit Gyökeres's pace on counter-attacks against Manchester City, drawing on his previous hat-trick against them in the Champions League. However, Gyökeres's style, which emphasizes depth and sprints behind defenses, marks a tactical shift from Arsenal's traditional possession game, requiring adaptation from teammates. Meanwhile, Arsenal's defense has been bolstered by new signing Cristhian Mosquera, who has impressed in his Champions League debut and earned praise from teammates. Manager Mikel Arteta faces tough decisions in midfield and attack as he balances squad depth and tactical adjustments ahead of crucial fixtures.