Arsenal’s Premier League title aspirations have been questioned by former Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott, who believes the team’s striker, Viktor Gyokeres, is not performing at a level required to win the championship. Gyokeres, a Sweden international, was signed by the Gunners from Sporting CP during the summer transfer window and has since scored three goals in ten matches.
Lescott’s assessment of Gyokeres is that he is an “okay” striker, implying that this level of performance is not sufficient for a team aiming to win the Premier League. He emphasized that a top-class striker is essential for a team to succeed in the league. Lescott expressed doubts about Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’s ability to lead the team to the Premier League title, citing the need for consistent high-level performance throughout the season.
However, Lescott noted that the Champions League presents a different scenario, where Arteta’s squad rotation and the extended gap before the knockout stages could work in Arsenal’s favor. The unpredictability of team form and fitness during this period may allow Arsenal to compete more effectively in the Champions League than in the Premier League, where consistent weekly performance is crucial.
Gyokeres’s signing was part of Arsenal’s efforts to bolster their squad for the current season. As the season progresses, the team’s performance and Gyokeres’s contributions will be closely watched to assess their potential for success in both domestic and international competitions. The upcoming matches will provide a clearer indication of whether Arsenal can overcome the challenges posed by their opponents and make a strong push for the Premier League title or focus on their Champions League campaign.
