New Arsenal Star Viktor Gyökeres Talks to CNN Sports About Pressure, Scoring Goals and Record-Breaking Shirt Sales
GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, JUL 29 – Viktor Gyokeres' No.14 jersey sales surpassed all recent Arsenal signings, boosted by a free printing promotion that caused the club's online store to crash, signaling strong fan excitement.
- Arsenal signed 27-year-old striker Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP for an initial £63.5 million on July 31, 2025.
- The transfer aimed to strengthen Arsenal's attack as the club seeks to reclaim the Premier League title for the first time since 2004.
- Gyökeres was unveiled to fans in Singapore before Arsenal's 3-2 pre-season win over Newcastle and has joined the squad on their Asian tour ahead of a match against Tottenham.
- Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta praised Gyökeres as a quick, powerful forward with a clinical edge, highlighting his readiness and understanding of the iconic No.14 shirt's significance.
- Gyökeres quickly set a new benchmark for Arsenal's shirt sales, outpacing top players like Saka and Ødegaard, reflecting strong fan enthusiasm and high hopes for his contribution.
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New Arsenal star Viktor Gyökeres exclusively talks to CNN about pressure, scoring goals and record-breaking shirt sales
Arsenal’s new striker Viktor Gyökeres broke the team’s all-time shirt sales record within days of joining the Gunners – now he hopes to repay the faith, telling CNN Sports in an exclusive interview that’s he’s excited to join the North London club.
Swedish star Victor Gjokeres has made an exceptional start with Arsenal, not only on the pitch, but off it as well, breaking the club's shirt sales record within days of his signing being announced...
Gyokeres breaks Arsenal's shirt sales record
Arsenal’s new striker, Viktor Gyokeres, has broken the club’s shirt sales record, according to the Athletic. Gyokeres was only officially unveiled by the Gunners last Saturday. While final figures from retailers are still being compiled, early indicators confirm that demand for his No.14 shirt has already surpassed that of any Arsenal player in recent memory. This means the 27-year-old has eclipsed the likes of Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Mart…
Viktor Gyökeres, 27, is already making an impact at Arsenal. According to The Athletic, his shirt sales have already broken the club's record.
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