Arsenal: Viktor Gyökeres wants to leave in January

Unhappy with his playing time, the Swedish striker could ask to leave the Gunners

Europe Today at 08:30

Add Foot Africa on Google

Arsenal: Viktor Gyökeres wants to leave in January

18.10.26 11:30 English Premier League

Nottingham Forest

Arsenal

Viktor Gyökeres’s future at Arsenal is already said to be uncertain. According to TEAMtalk, the Swedish striker would be ready to push for a transfer during the winter window, frustrated by his lack of playing time.

Gyökeres is no longer a regular starter

Having joined Arsenal in the summer of 2025 from Sporting CP, Gyökeres had raised high expectations thanks to his performances in Portugal. In his first Premier League season, the Sweden international scored 14 goals and provided one assist in 36 league appearances, including 26 starts.

🚨 Viktor Gyökeres wants to LEAVE Arsenal in January after growing frustrated with his lack of playing time and the club's continued pursuit of Julián Álvarez. The Swedish striker is yet to start a Premier League game this season, with Atlético Madrid among the clubs interested. Arsenal could be willing to sanction his departure. (Source: @TEAMtalk)
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) October 18, 2026

However, his situation is said to have changed since the start of the new season. The 28-year-old has had to settle for three league appearances off the bench. His entourage is reportedly unhappy with his limited use.

Several clubs are reportedly monitoring his situation

Atlético de Madrid are said to be among the clubs interested in the Swedish striker. AC Milan, Juventus and Galatasaray have also reportedly been linked with him in previous media reports. Under contract with Arsenal until the summer of 2030, Gyökeres would therefore not be free to leave without negotiations between the clubs.

🚨 TODAY'S GOSSIP 🚨 Sweden forward Viktor Gyokeres, 28, is set to push for a move away from Arsenal in the January transfer window because of a lack of playing time. Liverpool are keeping an eye on Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, 26, if they are unable to secure midfielder Alex Scott, 23, from Bournemouth. AC Milan are preparing to offer French midfielder Adrien Rabiot a new contract until 2030 after the 31-year-old's impressive start to the season. Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso is looking to strengthen the depth of his squad in January with two signings from Barcelona in French defender Jules Kounde, 27, and Dutch midfielder Frenkie de Jong, 29. Chelsea are also interested in Borussia Dortmund and USA 17-year-old winger Mathis Albert, who has made just one appearance for the German side. AS Roma and Brazil defender Wesley, 23, has been getting interest from Arsenal, Manchester United and Newcastle. Former Brighton defender Solly March, 32, is set to join Championship side Charlton on a free. The Englishman has been out of contract since he was released by the Seagulls in July. IFK Goteborg's 17-year-old Swedish midfielder Oliver Mansson has attracted interest from Arsenal and Chelsea. Arsenal and Manchester United have ruled out any interest in Sporting and Uruguay left-back Maxi Araujo, 26. Chelsea are in advanced talks to sign Moroccan winger Gessime Yassine, 20, from Strasbourg.
— TheBlueLamp (@TheBlueLampCFC) October 18, 2026

A move as early as January remains to be confirmed. The coming weeks will determine whether the striker’s lack of playing time actually leads him to request a departure or whether his situation can change in London.