For Gyokeres to regain his status as the primary choice for the Gunners, he must meet the exacting standards of his Spanish manager. Mikel Arteta is known for his relentless demands on his attacking players, requiring high-intensity pressing and tactical discipline in addition to goalscoring. The Swedish striker has now shed light on the feedback he has received from the coaching staff regarding his path back into the starting eleven, suggesting that the instructions from the dugout have been incredibly direct.
When questioned about the specific requirements Arteta has set out for him to reclaim a regular spot in the Arsenal lineup, Gyokeres provided a very honest assessment of the situation. “I obviously need to do better, and yes, I want to do it, so that’s no problem. It’s good (the dialogue with Arteta). I just try to do well when I get the chance and score goals,” he noted.