“I require an extremely strong striker, not Gyokeres”: Mikel Arteta has halted the Gyokeres transfer to Arsenal and has identified the sole striker he truly wants at the club.

BREAKING NEWS: Arteta Blocks Gyökeres Move, Identifies ‘Only Striker’ He Wants at Arsenal

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reportedly put an end to the club’s pursuit of Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyökeres, stating that he needs a “dangerously powerful striker” to lead the Gunners’ attack.

The Spanish tactician is said to have already identified the only forward he truly wants at the club, though his name has yet to be officially confirmed.

For months, Arsenal had been linked with Gyökeres, who has been in sensational form for Sporting, scoring goals for fun in Portugal. The Swedish international was seen as one of the top targets to solve Arsenal’s striking woes.

However, despite strong interest, Arteta has apparently decided that Gyökeres does not fit the profile he is looking for in a new number nine.

Reports indicate that Arteta’s priority is to bring in a more physically dominant and clinical striker—someone capable of terrorizing defenders and finishing chances ruthlessly. This decision comes after Arsenal’s struggles in front of goal this season, with Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah failing to consistently deliver the numbers required to compete at the highest level.

So, who is Arteta’s “only” choice for Arsenal? Speculations are rife that Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, Brentford’s Ivan Toney, or even Juventus’ Dusan Vlahovic could be the man he is targeting. Osimhen, in particular, has long been admired by Arsenal, and his explosive style of play, strength, and finishing ability make him an ideal candidate for the role. However, his high price tag remains a stumbling block.

Toney, who is proven in the Premier League and expected to be available in the summer, is another strong contender. Meanwhile, Vlahovic, whom Arsenal pursued before his move to Juventus, remains a possibility.

The decision to snub Gyökeres has divided opinions among Arsenal fans. While some believe he would have been an excellent addition, others trust Arteta’s judgment and hope the club secures a more lethal and physically imposing striker.

Do you think Arteta made the right call? Is Gyökeres good enough for Arsenal, or should they go all out for someone like Osimhen or Toney?