According to a report by London Evening Standard on Friday November 6, 2026, Arsenal have been warned against selling Viktor Gyokeres during the January transfer window, with former Gunners striker Jeremie Aliadiere insisting that Mikel Arteta could be left short of attacking options if the £64million signing departs without a suitable replacement.

The Swedish forward delivered his strongest performance of the season in midweek, scoring and providing an assist as Arsenal defeated Slavia Prague 2-1 in the Champions League. However, his campaign has otherwise been frustrating, having started just one Premier League match under Arteta this season.

Gyokeres scored 21 goals across all competitions during his debut campaign after joining Arsenal from Sporting CP for £64million. However, he has since dropped behind Kai Havertz in the manager's preferred attacking options, raising questions about his future at the Emirates Stadium.

Several pundits, including Micah Richards, have suggested that Arsenal should consider selling the 28-year-old. Aliadiere, however, believes the club must carefully consider their options before making such a decision.

Speaking to Metro, the former Arsenal striker explained that selling Gyokeres without securing a replacement could leave the team vulnerable, particularly if Havertz suffers another injury.

He also questioned whether Arsenal should purchase another striker before allowing Gyokeres to leave. Aliadiere pointed to previous attacking decisions involving Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli, suggesting that the club should avoid repeating similar mistakes.

Nevertheless, Aliadiere remains unconvinced that Gyokeres is the long-term answer to Arsenal's striker problems. He believes the team's playing style does not bring out the best in the Swedish international.

According to him, Gyokeres thrives when receiving the ball quickly, running into space and challenging defenders physically. However, Arsenal's preference for controlling possession and slowing down matches limits those opportunities.

Aliadiere therefore believes the striker could struggle to establish himself beyond a rotational role, even if he remains in North London.