Mikel Arteta has been impressed with the “conviction” proven by new signing Viktor Gyokeres, notably his choice to assert the quantity 14 shirt worn by Thierry Henry.
Henry scored a document 228 objectives for the Gunners throughout two memorable spells however that has not deterred Gyokeres regardless of the added strain that will come consequently.
The Sweden worldwide joined Arsenal from Sporting CP for an preliminary £55million over the weekend following protracted negotiations and will make his debut in tomorrow’s pre-season pleasant with North London rivals Tottenham in Hong Kong.
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Arsenal followers snap up Gyokeres shirts
Gyokeres’ choice to put on quantity 14 has prompted document shirt gross sales for Arsenal and Arteta has been inspired by the striker’s self-confidence.
He stated: “I exploit the phrase conviction and that’s the very first thing that I observed once I spoke to him. Someone very decided, somebody that was already actually connected to the membership by the best way he was speaking in regards to the membership, the historical past and on this case Thierry [Henry] and what the shirt represented. He immediately felt it, and if you really feel it – go for it.”
Arteta is hoping the previous Coventry man can play in opposition to Spurs however stated his availability can be mentioned previous to kick off.
“He’s solely accomplished immediately’s session and yesterday little or no,” he added. “We’re going to evaluate tonight how he’s and if the medical workers are comfortable as nicely together with his situation to take part in tomorrow’s match then it’s a risk. We’re going to debate that tonight.”
Arteta delighted by Arsenal’s switch dealings
Arsenal have been proactive within the switch market this summer time as they appear to go one higher than three successive runners-up finishes within the Premier League.
In addition to Gyokeres, they’ve additionally signed Noni Madueke, Martin Zubimendi, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Christian Norgaard and Cristhian Mosquera.
“I’m extraordinarily proud of the best way that we have now approached the window and the way aggressive we have now been,” stated Arteta.
“There’s nonetheless an extended interval nonetheless with the window open. So far we’re very proud of what we’ve achieved and [we need to] be sure that on the finish of the window we proceed to be tremendous comfortable.”
