Viktor Gyökeres made his Arsenal competitive debut at Old Trafford, but the Swedish forward was left frustrated as his influence on the match proved limited.Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesViktor

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.

After threats of blackmail and playing strikes, Arsenal belatedly secured a deal for Gyökeres this summer. The new recruit, who could cost as much as €73 million (£63.4 million, $85.1 million) if all add-ons are triggered, had a delayed introduction to Mikel Arteta’s first-team squad, only joining up midway through their summer tour of Asia.

Viktor Gyökeres was in England's second tier a few years ago but he was Europe's top goal scorer last season and is now a major addition for Arsenal.

Arsenal may be facing a significant setback that could compel them to re-enter the transfer market before the current window closes. The club has already been active this summer, securing important additions to strengthen their squad.

Arsenal are aiming to make it back-to-back victories from their opening two Premier League matches when they host newly-promoted Leeds United on Saturday.

New Arsenal striker Viktor Gyökeres scored his first goal for his new club in their final friendly ahead of the new Premier League season.

Any season can be derailed by injuries, as Arsenal were reminded of last season, but there isn’t much use in talking about injuries in player previews unless the specific player has a history. For example,

After every conceivable twist and turn, the Viktor Gyökeres saga is over. On Saturday morning, the prolific Swedish striker put pen to paper as he signed a long-term deal with Arsenal FC.

Arsenal forward Kai Havertz is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a knee injury, sources have told ESPN.