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Gyökeres reportedly weighing January exit from Arsenal

Published 17 October 2026

Viktor Gyökeres is reportedly considering a January departure from Arsenal, with limited Premier League playing time and the club’s summer pursuit of Julian Álvarez cited as reasons. The claim originates with TEAMtalk and has not been directly confirmed by the striker in the reports provided. Gyökeres has yet to start a Premier League match for Arsenal this season, according to the reports. They describe his opportunities in the league as limited; one account put his total at 56 minutes, while another reported 59 minutes. Both figures are snapshots published on October 17, 2026. The reported desire to leave is linked to Arsenal’s pursuit of Álvarez during the summer transfer window. Arsenal did not secure the Atlético Madrid forward. TEAMtalk’s account, repeated in several reports, says Gyökeres is concerned about his prospects at the club and could seek a move when the January window opens. The repetition traces back to that shared report rather than separate confirmation from the player. Atlético Madrid is mentioned as a possible destination for Gyökeres, while other reports cite interest from Italian clubs, including Juventus and Milan, as well as clubs in Germany. No...

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