Former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero predicts Viktor Gyokeres could shake up the Premier League Golden Boot race in his debut season with Arsenal.
Sergio Aguero, the legendary former Manchester City striker, is eager to see how Viktor Gyokeres will adapt to the Premier League in his debut season with Arsenal.
Gyokeres, who signed a five-year contract with the Gunners in July, has already made a name for himself with his prolific goal-scoring exploits at Sporting CP, where he scored 43 goals last season. Aguero believes Gyokeres has the potential to be a “game-changer” in the Premier League.
Aguero thinks Gyokeres will be a strong contender for the Golden Boot award, alongside players like Mohamed Salah and Alexander Isak. “I’m curious to see how he adapts,” Aguero said.
“Salah’s name should be brought up when we talk about the Golden Boot, same with Isak. And players arriving in the Premier League with a massive tally like Gyokeres at Arsenal have a chance to shake things up.”
Gyokeres’ impressive form in Portugal has already earned him a nomination for the 2025 Ballon d’Or. Arsenal fans are hoping his arrival will help end the club’s 22-year wait for a league title.
According to Aguero, Arsenal will be in the mix for honors this season, predicting a top-four finish for the Gunners alongside Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea.
Aguero’s prediction for the top-four finishers doesn’t necessarily reflect their order, but he does believe Manchester City will be the favorites. “Not in order, I think Man City, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea,” he added. With his impressive goal-scoring record, Gyokeres will be expected to make a significant impact for Arsenal this season.
However, some analysts have expressed doubts about Gyokeres’ ability to replicate his form in the Premier League, citing a trend of players from Portugal struggling to adapt.
As Gyokeres prepares to face Manchester United on August 17, all eyes will be on him to see how he adapts to the Premier League. With his skills and goal-scoring ability, he has the potential to make a significant impact for Arsenal this season.
