Mikel Arteta has been impressed with the “conviction” proven by new signing Viktor Gyokeres, significantly his determination to assert the quantity 14 shirt worn by Thierry Henry.
Henry scored a report 228 objectives for the Gunners throughout two memorable spells however that has not deterred Gyokeres regardless of the added strain which will come in consequence.
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.
Arsenal followers snap up Gyokeres shirts
Gyokeres’ determination to put on quantity 14 has prompted report shirt gross sales for Arsenal and Arteta has been inspired by the striker’s self-confidence.
He mentioned: “I take advantage of the phrase conviction and that’s the very first thing that I seen after I spoke to him. Somebody very decided, somebody that was already actually hooked up to the membership by the best way he was speaking concerning the membership, the historical past and on this case Thierry [Henry] and what the shirt represented. He right away felt it, and while you really feel it – go for it.”
Arteta is hoping the previous Coventry man can play in opposition to Spurs however mentioned his availability can be mentioned previous to kick off.
“He’s solely finished immediately’s session and yesterday little or no,” he added. “We’re going to evaluate tonight how he’s and if the medical employees are completely happy as properly along with his situation to take part in tomorrow’s match then it’s a chance. 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.
Along with Gyokeres, they’ve additionally signed Noni Madueke, Martin Zubimendi, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Christian Norgaard and Cristhian Mosquera.
“I’m extraordinarily pleased with the best way that now we have approached the window and the way aggressive now we have been,” mentioned Arteta.
“There’s nonetheless a protracted interval nonetheless with the window open. To this point we’re very pleased with what we’ve achieved and [we need to] be certain on the finish of the window we proceed to be tremendous completely happy.”