Viktor He has granted the first statements after signing last Saturday by the Arsenal. The Swedish scorer will debut tomorrow as 'Gunner' in the friendly Before the Totteham that will take place in Hong Kong.
Gyökeres, very sure of himself, said he just wants “Do mine” and eluded comparisons with Thierry Henry Despite choosing the same dorsal, 14, who wore the legendary French striker, top historical scorer of Arsenal with 228 goals between 1999 and 2007, and winner in 2002 and 2004 of the last two Premier League that appear in the showcases of the London club.
“Of course I know its history”, Gyökeres assured when he was questioned about the election of '14'. “To be honest, there were not many numbers available. There were not many to choose from. But, of course, that was available. So when I knew it, it was easy to make the decision.”
He doesn't want comparisons
In addition to the two Premier, Henry won with Arsenal Tres FA Cup, two Community Shield and the Golden Boot of the Premier League four times, but Gyökeres do not worry about comparisons that may arise between them.
“I don't know. It really is not my intention to compare me with what he has achieved in his career. Especially here,” Deja Claro is rooted. “I just want to do my thing and demonstrate my qualities. Of course I was an incredible player, but different from me. I just want to try to do my thing.”
The first meeting with Arteta
Arteta commented that, after his first meeting, he felt that the number would sit well Gyökeres. “I use the word conviction, and that was the first thing I noticed when talking to him”, Explain the Swedish.
“Someone very determined, someone who was already very close to the club for the way he talked about the club, the story and, in this case, Thierry and what the shirt represented. He felt it instantly, and when you feel it, for it!”
Sales record of your shirt
The fans have welcomed with great expectation the signing of Gyökeres and in the first days it is beating records for sale of t -shirts in Arsenal. “Of course it is fantastic to see it. It is very nice. Of course it gives you an extra motivation”admit. “I think I have enough expectations about myself. I will try to perform at the fullest of all ways.”
The pulse with Sporting
The signing of Gyökeres has been one of the summer snakes due to the resistance of the Sporting de Portugal and even the striker declared himself in rebellion by not joining the preseason.
“It has been a new experience. I had never been in such a situation before,” Confiiesa is rooted. “It has been a long wait for my part. I wanted to come here, but it wasn't so easy. But I am finally here and I feel great.”
“I tried to train only as much as possible. Many days were the same routine. I woke up, trained, drew and go to bed again.”
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“I tried to train only as much as possible and continue with the day to day. Many days were the same routine,” reveals. “I woke up, trained, drew and go back to bed. It was like that for a few weeks, but it was certainly worth it.”
Your new coach, Mikel Artetahas expressed the illusion that he and the players feel for the signing of Gyökeres and he affirms that he felt that “They loved me here.” “Also because it is a very big club with a lot of history. I felt that I really wanted to come and be part of this club. I think you can always decide your future. Of course there were also other clubs, but this time it was not difficult for me.”
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Gyokeres marked 97 goals in 102 games with Sporting in two seasons and gave 26 assists. Although the striker hopes to succeed in the Premier League, he warns: “I think I will have to adapt. But I think there are many players from Portugal who have made it even better in England.”
