Reports continue to grow that Viktor Gyokeres is pushing to leave Arsenal in January, with Milan and Juventus eager to welcome the Sweden international to Serie A.

The centre-forward had already been targeted by Italian clubs over the summer, just a year on from his €70m move from Sporting CP, but believed he could find a breakthrough in his Premier League career.

That has not happened, even without the failed attempt from Arsenal to sign Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid several months ago.

NAPLES, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 09: Amir Rrahmani of SSC Napoli competes for the ball with Victor Gyokeres of Arsenal FC during the UEFA Champions League 2026/27 League Phase MD1 match between SSC Napoli and Arsenal FC at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on September 09, 2026 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)

Gyokeres hasn’t had a single Premier League start so far this season, but was in the initial XI for both Champions League fixtures.

The idea that might make the most sense for all concerned would see him move to Atletico Madrid and sent Julian Alvarez the other way to London in January.

SOLNA, SWEDEN – NOVEMBER 16: Viktor Gyokeres during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League C Group C1 match between Sweden and Slovakia at Strawberry Arena on November 16, 2024 in Solna, Sweden. (Photo by Michael Campanella/Getty Images)

However, Juventus and Milan remain interested and would be able to guarantee more regular playing time for the Swede.

From a tactical formation and squad depth perspective, "Report Gyokeres determined to leave Arsenal amid Juventus and Milan focus" carries substantial tournament implications for international seeding and domestic campaign momentum. Coaching staffs are heavily weighing high-pressing efficiency (PPDA), defensive transition pace, and fixture fatigue management.

Tactical analysts monitoring Champions League metrics emphasize that squad adaptability and set-piece execution will likely dictate outcomes in high-leverage knockout environments. Real-time match telemetry and tracking data continue to inform managerial decision-making.

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