Viktor Gyokeres got an indication of his injury state and getting removed in the Swedish national team. This is before they face their upcoming world cup qualifiers. This news indicates that the 27-year-old will not play in the short time. Even when it comes to the Arsenal trip to the Premier League against Sunderland this Saturday.
The Details of the Setback
Gyokeres was in substitution at half-time with the score 2-0 for Arsenal over Burnley. Also on the same weekend scoring the first goal before he was off. The hamstring issue stopped him from travelling with the squad midweek in the Champions League against Slavia Prague.
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Mikel Arteta also shared his reservations saying the striker had not exhibited previous muscular injuries. This could potentially affect his explosive style of play. He has not experienced many muscular problems. Moreover, they had to leave the pitch, which is why I am worrying about him, Arteta said. He was experiencing something and that is definitely not a good sign.
Targeted Return and Silver Linings
The immediate news is not encouraging but the timeline has some hope. The club is optimistic about Gyokeres being available to join the club during the first game after the international break: the much-hyped North London Derby against Tottenham Hotspur on November 23.
He is out of the Swedish team that falls under a new coach Graham Potter which may turn out to be a blessing. This will make sure he will not jeopardize the injury during the international break by concentrating on his healing process at the club.
Navigating an Injury Crisis
Viktor Gyokeres being removed is part of a long list. That list includes Gabriel Martinelli, Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz. Without him, midfielder Mikel Merino has been in utilization as a non-traditional striker and he has delivered by scoring a pair in Slavia Prague.
Arsenal will be wishing that Gyokeres makes a speedy recovery because his last three games had seen him score three goals with him posing a very dangerous option as a threat to the attack of the Gunners.
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