So, can Viktor Gyokeres live up to the hype? The center forward Arsenal supporters have craved for years arrived last week, and every indication since it became clear he was Mikel Arteta's man is that the Swede is determined to not be crushed under the weight of expectation.

After years without a prolific striker to lead the line, Arsenal finally sorted out their issues at the top end of the pitch after forking out a significant fee to land Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has revealed it is "possible" that Viktor Gyokeres could make his debut in Thursday's North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur . The Gunners are preparing for the final game of their pre-season tour of Asia, having already recorded narrow victories over AC Milan and Newcastle United.