Viktor Gyökeres Set to Wear Arsenal’s Iconic No. 14 Shirt After Confirming Signing Desire

Viktor Gyökeres is set to join Arsenal, confirming that he wants to wear the club’s iconic No. 14 shirt after lining up a transfer from Sporting CP.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Arsenal have agreed a €63.5 million initial fee for Viktor Gyökeres, with the forward flying to London to finalize his contract details. Gyökeres has already let Arsenal know he wants to wear the famous No. 14 shirt at Emirates Stadium once famously worn by Thierry Henry. The potent Swedish striker scored an extraordinary 54 goals in 52 matches for Sporting last season, making him one of Europe’s hottest strikers. Arsenal hope Gyökeres will become their new attacking leader this summer as the club look to break their recent trophy drought.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Last season, Arsenal finished second in the Premier League with 74 points, 10 behind title winner Liverpool. The team struggled for goals at key moments in the campaign, with Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah contributing only 16 league goals combined. Bringing in Gyökeres as a big-money striker aims to solve that issue. His arrival comes as Arsenal get ready for pre-season games in Asia, including a friendly against Newcastle United in Singapore. Newcastle finished 5th in the league last year, and both teams will be aiming for a strong start in the 2025-26 campaign. Arsenal remain the early contenders for the league title right now, but remain under pressure to keep pace with City and Liverpool.

WHAT NEXT?

Gyökeres is expected to complete his medical in the next few days, with the club hoping to present him to fans before their next match. If all goes smoothly, Gyökeres could make his debut in Arsenal colors against Newcastle in Singapore. While the club’s No. 14 shirt comes with big expectations, there is a strong belief he can handle the pressure after last season’s extraordinary scoring form. Arsenal supporters are eager to see if their new star striker can help bring home silverware and live up to his famous shirt number.