Viktor Gyokeres has generated interest from Galatasaray after lack of minutes at Arsenal.
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As per latest transfer news, Viktor Gyokeres could become the subject of a surprise January approach from Galatasaray, as the Turkish club look into a possible deal for the Arsenal striker. The move would be difficult to complete, but his lack of minutes this season have given the Turkish champions a reason to explore the situation.
Galatasaray explore Viktor Gyokeres move
Galatasaray are understood to be looking at different ways of bringing Gyokeres to Turkey during the January window. A temporary move could be one option, while the club are also considering a more complex agreement that could make a permanent transfer possible later.
As reported by CaughtOffside, Galatasaray have started examining what Arsenal might demand for the Sweden international. The Turkish side appear interested in testing the Gunners’ stance before deciding whether to take their interest further.
Gyokeres has not had the same impact so far this season. Football with the first-team has been very limited at 207 minutes, and he is still waiting for his first goal and assist of the campaign. That is a sharp contrast to his first season in north London. The striker scored 21 goals in all competitions during his debut campaign and helped Arsenal lift the Premier League trophy.
Arsenal have little reason to rush
Galatasaray already have strong attacking options. Victor Osimhen made a great start to the season. He has scored six times, and set up three more in his first four league games. The Turkish champions also signed Rafael Leao to strengthen their attack during the summer. Still, they seem ready to check if Gyokeres could be available.
The situation is very different for Arsenal. Gyokeres signed a contract that is long-term, and remains another striker option for Mikel Arteta. Arsenal also have many games to play this season across three competitions. Injuries or poor form could soon make a strong striker even more important.
Gyokeres has not played many minutes so far. That could attract interest from other clubs. However, it does not mean he is close to leaving Arsenal. The club spent a lot to sign him and knows what he can offer after his first season in north London.
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Gyokeres’ Arsenal stats for the 2025/26 season, as per FOTMOB–
Competition Appearances Goals Assists Chances Created
Premier League 36 14 1 20
FA Cup 2 1 0 –
EFL Cup 4 1 1 1
Champions League 13 5 1 10
Gyokeres’ record makes a January exit unlikely
There is also a much bigger body of evidence behind Gyokeres’ Arsenal career than his opening weeks of this season. Before moving to England, he enjoyed an outstanding spell with Sporting CP, scoring 97 times in 102 games**.**
That record, combined with his 18-goal debut season at Arsenal, explains why the Gunners are unlikely to view him as a player they can easily replace. A loan will require several factors to change. Gyokeres would likely need to become unhappy with his role, while Arsenal would also have to decide that losing him for part of the season would not hurt their squad.
Galatasaray can still make an enquiry and see how Arsenal respond. However, convincing the north London club to agree to a January move could prove difficult. For now, Gyokeres remains an Arsenal player, and his immediate task is to regain a regular place in Arteta’s plans. A stronger run of appearances and goals could quickly change the conversation around his future.
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