Gyokeres Breaks Arsenal Jersey Sales Record Before Debut

Viktor Gyokeres has made an unprecedented impact at Arsenal even before making his competitive debut by breaking the club's record for jersey sales, surpassing legends like Thierry Henry, Alexis Sanchez, and Mesut Ozil. The Swedish striker chose to wear Arsenal’s iconic No. 14 jersey, previously worn by Henry, signaling his ambition to follow in the footsteps of the club’s all-time top scorer and to revive Arsenal’s struggling attack. Arsenal's official online store briefly crashed due to overwhelming demand for Gyokeres jerseys, fueled by a promotion offering free name printing on the 2024/25 kits, which further boosted sales figures. Gyokeres, who transferred from Sporting CP for approximately £64 million, impressed last season with 97 goals in 102 games and is seen as the solution to Arsenal’s long-standing search for a consistent, world-class striker. Fans and analysts alike view his arrival as a turning point, with hopes that he can break Arsenal’s recent struggles in the Premier League title race. Gyokeres expressed excitement about proving himself at Arsenal and performing alongside the club’s talented squad.