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Arsenal are experiencing a remarkable start to the campaign, winning 8 from their opening 10 games, but it's been less quite as straightforward for recent forward Viktor Gyokeres.

Following 3 scores in his initial four matches, this £64m signing has not found the net in 6 consecutive games, with head coach Mikel Arteta stating he gave the Swedish forward an embrace after Saturday's two-nil victory against the Hammers in recognition of his contributions.

Game Minutes & Squad Factors

The Swedish striker has featured for full matches across six of Arsenal's first 10 games - more than Arteta initially intended him to play, due to the knee injury affecting Kai Havertz restricting the capacity the manager possesses to rest the Swedish international.

The German player represents one of the manager's most reliable squad members and there is an argument to be made that the German would have been selected in place of Gyokeres during important road fixtures versus Liverpool - Arsenal's only loss this season - Newcastle United plus Manchester United, which they won.

Additionally, there's the reality Gyokeres did not have a full summer preparation before arriving, and skipped team sessions with his former club as he attempted to secure a move to north London.

Scoring History & Anticipations

But the Swedish international represents a win-now addition, that scored 97 times across one hundred two appearances with his previous club in two seasons with the Lisbon-based team.

The striker's lack of scoring are not an issue since Arsenal are securing victories currently, yet he is a player that was signed in to help the team across the finish line while they try to secure their first title since two thousand twenty.

Manager's Perspective & Squad Integration

Arteta has demonstrated an appreciation of Gyokeres' work rate during the initial games while showered praise on the forward for his work that can go under the radar whenever the chance has arisen itself.

Following of Arsenal's win against Olympiacos, he called the striker's performance "exceptional" while commended his "work-rate".

At the time the club acquired the Swedish international, existed an expectation his presence would open up opportunities for the various offensive players Arsenal have supporting him in the Norwegian captain, Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze and Gabriel Martinelli.

Statistical Analysis

The North London club have altered their approach this campaign to move the ball between the lines faster and have adapted their strategy to become more direct.

This is partially to get the maximum out of Gyokeres, that doesn't attempt to drift deeper and link play similar to Havertz, but his primary attribute is felt to be running between the two centre-backs toward the space in behind.

When watching Arsenal currently, it can be seen the midfielders are looking to find the ball that could release the striker for a chance.

This is shown by the 23 chances the forward has received, however he has only mustered 7 attempts on goal from those opportunities in 10 matches, with one coming via the penalty spot.

Strategic Adjustments and Team Backing

The Gunners had difficulty to penetrate opponents employing low block previous campaign when they faded in the title race, and their revised approach aims to damage opponents by maintaining tempo.

The team are likewise delivering crosses more regularly more regularly to create more chances.

One of the striker's three scores so far originated from a spot-kick however that was when Saka was already been substituted in the 5-0 victory over Leeds.

The manager said Gyokeres represents the top penalty taker at the club in an interview for the sports network, yet it was the English international who assumed the penalty in the victory over the Hammers while both were on the pitch, implying the English attacker could be first choice for penalties this season.

Squad Member Support & Confidence

The Arsenal winger, who completed his 200th English top flight appearance for Arsenal during the win on Saturday, has backed Gyokeres to succeed.

"In my opinion Viktor's performing extremely well," the Englishman said post-game with the Hammers.

"Without question he will score goals. What he's providing to the squad, we as his colleagues, we're so grateful of what he delivers - how he holds the ball, the way he makes the runs, the threat he provides the team.

"He's a significant component of the reason we're winning these matches. His goals will arrive. We know that, we believe that while we have faith in him. I don't think there's any doubts. He's still positive, he's still happy while he's consistently providing his best every game."

Future Outlook Regarding Gyokeres

It is fair to state it has not been the easiest beginning for the Swedish international, however that does not mean there are not indicators to show situations will get improved.

The striker started the season playing catch-up with his fitness after an interrupted pre-season.

Havertz's injury has meant him being placed into circumstances earlier compared to possibly planned - this has also caused the relationships with creative players supporting him which haven't fully developed are being highlighted.

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