Arsenal star tells Barcelona to make a move for him

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·20 August 2026

Arsenal star tells Barcelona to make a move for him

Viktor Gyokeres is reportedly considering a departure from Arsenal this summer, just one season after joining the club, with the Swedish striker said to have one specific destination in mind.

Gyokeres arrived at the Emirates as one of the best strikers in the world after impressing during his time with Sporting Club. His performances for the Portuguese side made him highly sought after, and he could have joined another major club if Arsenal had not secured his signature.

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The striker’s first season in England could have been better on an individual level, but he still helped Arsenal win the league title and produced some important moments for the team. His second season is expected to bring greater expectations, although his future is now reportedly uncertain.

According to Team Talk, Gyokeres wants to move to Barcelona during this transfer window. The report claims that the striker has told the Catalan club that he would love to join them and has asked them to make their move as they search for a replacement for Robert Lewandowski.

The reported interest gives Barcelona another option as they consider their attacking plans. Gyokeres has already demonstrated his ability to score goals at a high level, and his experience at Sporting made him one of the most prominent strikers available when he joined Arsenal.

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Barcelona have failed to sign Julian Alvarez since the end of last season, and they could now turn their attention towards another striker. Gyokeres is reportedly among the players they could approach as they look for a solution in attack.

For Arsenal, losing Gyokeres after only one season would represent a major change to their plans. The striker arrived with significant expectations and was expected to play an important role in their pursuit of further success.

Gyokeres now appears to have made his preference clear, but Barcelona would still need to decide whether to pursue a deal for him. Arsenal would also have to consider their position if the Catalan club makes a serious approach.

The situation could therefore develop quickly during the transfer window. Gyokeres has only spent one season at Arsenal, but a move to Barcelona would give him another opportunity to play for one of Europe’s biggest clubs.

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