Arsenal to part ways with Viktor Gyokeres?
August 17, 2026 02:44
EyeFootball reports that Arsenal have enquired about Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen and could pursue a formal bid in the coming days. The story links that potential interest to a possible exit for current forward Viktor Gyokeres: if Osimhen arrives, Gyokeres could be made available for transfer.
The same coverage notes that the claim Osimhen would be receptive to a switch has been made in the reporting, but no completed deal is confirmed.
KEY CONTEXT
- Mikel Arteta has increasingly used Kai Havertz as his lead centre-forward in high-profile matches; Havertz scored in last season’s Champions League final and also netted in the Community Shield against Manchester City.
- Arsenal paid £64m to sign Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP.
- Atlético Madrid and Barcelona are identified in the report as among clubs that admire Gyokeres.
- The current summer transfer window runs until September 1, 2026.
WHY IT MATTERS
A move for Osimhen would reshape Arsenal’s striking options and could push Gyokeres onto the market, giving other major clubs an opportunity to bid for a player Arsenal invested heavily in. Having Havertz as a preferred option in finals already affects Gyokeres’ prospects for consistent starts, and a high-profile incoming striker would increase pressure to sell to recoup transfer expenditure.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
- Whether Arsenal follow up their enquiry with a formal offer for Victor Osimhen, as the report suggests could happen soon.
- Confirmation of Osimhen’s reported openness to a move.
- Whether Arsenal decide to place Viktor Gyokeres on the transfer list and which clubs, including Atlético Madrid or Barcelona, make concrete approaches.
- Any developments before the transfer window closes on September 1, 2026.
KEY FACTS
- EyeFootball reports Arsenal made an enquiry about Victor Osimhen.
- The report describes Osimhen as a 27-year-old Galatasaray striker and says he might be open to a move.
- Arsenal could submit a formal bid for Osimhen in the coming days, according to the coverage.
- Kai Havertz has been Arteta’s preferred centre-forward in big finals, scoring in the Champions League final last season and in the Community Shield versus Manchester City.
- Arsenal paid £64m to sign Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP; Atlético Madrid and Barcelona are named as admirers.