Viktor Gyokeres has had a mixed start to his Arsenal career (Picture: Getty)Sweden head coach Graham Potter says he has never had any doubts over Viktor Gyokeres’ quality and the criticism the Arsenal striker has faced is just ‘part of the job’. The Swede hit back at his critics with a double in Sunday’s north London derby (Picture: Getty)Gyokeres is a ‘top player’ and a ‘top person’, says Sweden boss Potter (Picture: Getty)‘It was very good for him. I think it highlights his character and personality,’ Sweden manager Potter told Sportbladet following Gyokeres’ double in the north London derby. Asked if he felt it was his best performance yet in Arsenal colours, Gyokeres replied: ‘In some aspects, I think it was a good one. ‘For me, the best, the most complete and especially when we need him most,’ the Arsenal head coach told reporters.

Source: Metro February 25, 2026 19:18 UTC