Gyokeres Frozen Out: Arteta's Ruthless Streak Continues

Viktor Gyokeres watches from the bench again as Arsenal's attack struggles, raising questions about his future.

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What happened. Viktor Gyokeres failed to come off the bench for the second consecutive match as Arsenal beat Aston Villa, with Kai Havertz's ineffective display highlighting the striker's absence.

• Gyokeres only played 74 minutes in the Community Shield win over Man City.
• Havertz missed clear chances, lacking composure as Arsenal's striker.
• Arteta's history of moving on players like Ramsdale and Martinelli adds context.

Gyokeres' lack of minutes could signal a slippery slope out of Arteta's plans, with the transfer window looming.

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