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Gyokeres feels fitter than ever at Arsenal
10 Aug
Summary
- Forward Viktor Gyokeres reports feeling physically superior to last year.
- He aims for peak performance after a mixed debut season.
- Arsenal faces Como and Man City before Premier League start.
Forward Viktor Gyokeres expressed that he feels in considerably better physical shape than when he joined Arsenal last summer. After a debut season that saw him score 21 goals in 55 matches across all competitions, Gyokeres is focused on achieving top form.
The Swedish international, who converted a penalty in Arsenal's recent Emirates Cup final loss to Borussia Dortmund, stated, "I feel much, much better than probably last pre-season." He added that everyone is returning from the World Cup, positioning the team well for upcoming challenges.
Manager Mikel Arteta provided updates on injured players, noting Jurrien Timber remains weeks away from availability following surgery, and William Saliba is resting due to a back injury. Arsenal is scheduled to host Como and then face Manchester City in the Community Shield before their Premier League season opener against Coventry on August 21st.
