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.

Arsenal striker Victor Gyokeres scored his first goal for the London club on Saturday at the Emirates Stadium in a pre-season friendly against Athletic Club.