Fans seem to question whether Viktor Gyokeres is really an upgrade of Eddie Nketiah or not. Since the arrival of the Swedish player at Arsenal, he has failed to continue his incredible form, which he had back in his former club. Gyokeres is getting a huge amount of play time as Kai Havertz got injured for the whole season. The former Sporting CP forward hasn’t found the flow in the English soil since his arrival. Fans believe that Gyokeres is yet to surpass Nketiah’s legacy at the club. It would be interesting to see how he plays for the rest of the season.
Viktor Gyokeres must rediscover his goalscoring touch ‘fast’ if he wants to retain his spot in Mikel Arteta‘s starting XI. The Swedish striker drew a blank against Liverpool, and Micah Richards said he must deliver more or risk Gabriel Jesus overshadowing him. Ex-Manchester City defender Richards believes the league leaders let slip an opportunity to secure all three points against Liverpool, particularly given their injury absentees. Speaking on The Rest is Football podcast, Richards said, “Arsenal did try to go and try to win the game, but they didn’t have enough quality.” He needs to find it fast. Jesus comes on the pitch in the second half, and he lights it up a little bit.” “I still think there’ll be frustration, though [after drawing]. There were a few groans from the crowd after the game. Man City dropping points at Brighton. In the first half, Arsenal were so dominant with the ball, but they couldn’t find the last little pass in the end. “I know you look back at the season and think ‘ah, a draw against a Liverpool’ but this is a wounded Liverpool side. No Isak, no Ekitike, no Salah. All their firepower was out.
Comparison between Nketiah and Gyokeres
The Gunners felt pleased to bring him to the Emirates, but they clearly signed him to deliver goals. That return has not materialized, and his struggles have become increasingly difficult to explain. There is a growing sense that his position may soon come under serious threat. With Kai Havertz expected to return to full fitness, many believe the German could replace Gyokeres in the starting lineup. Following that performance, comparisons with Eddie Nketiah have resurfaced. According to Football Insider, a significant number of Arsenal supporters now believe Gyokeres is not an improvement on Nketiah. Arsenal sold the former striker to Crystal Palace last season, and he has also struggled to score goals, yet some fans feel he offered more to the team than Gyokeres has managed so far. This comparison underlines the level of frustration surrounding Gyokeres’ form. While Arsenal signed him to elevate their attack, doubts are beginning to emerge about whether he truly represents a step forward With pressure mounting and competition for places increasing, the coming weeks could prove decisive in determining his role at the club and whether he can turn his fortunes around.
You can see the difference in talent between Eddie Nketiah and Gyokeres.
His technical quality, hold up play, movement in the box and even his physicality all on another level pic.twitter.com/OG6VJ8cW4h
— Alan (@faraondefutbol) October 20, 2025
Fan’s reaction
The Arsenal fans are disappointed with the performance of Viktor Gyokeres. Since coming to Emirates, the Swedish player has failed to live up to the expectations of the fans. According to the fans and the pundits, Gyokeres will be overshadowed by the returning Gabriel Jesus. They believe the player played enough games to prove his worth to the fanbase.
Author’s insight
From the author’s point of view, it’s high time for Gyokeres to show what he is capable of. With the return of Kai Havertz, his game time will gradually decrease.
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