Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has opened up about the brief but crucial conversation he had with Viktor Gyökeres before stepping up to take the penalty in the Gunners’ latest victory — though the winger insists the details will remain private for now.
“When I grabbed the ball I wanted to take it, so that’s what my thoughts were in that moment,” Saka explained after the match. “Erm, we’ll keep our conversations in the house for now — I won’t say much more!”
While Saka remained tight-lipped on the exchange, he took the opportunity to heap praise on his strike partner, highlighting the Swede’s work ethic and importance to Arsenal’s recent run of form.
“I think Viktor’s playing really, really well. There’s no doubt he’s going to score goals. What he’s bringing to this team — we’re so grateful for what he does, how he holds the ball, how he makes the runs, the threat he gives us,” Saka continued.
“He’s a big part of the reason why we’re winning these games. His goals will come. We know that, we believe that and we believe in him. I don’t think there’s any doubts. He’s still up, he’s still happy and he’s still giving his best every game.”
Saka’s words reflect the strong team spirit within Mikel Arteta’s squad — a key factor behind Arsenal’s impressive start to the season. Despite Gyökeres’ current goal drought, it’s clear that both the dressing room and the fans continue to have full confidence in the striker’s ability to deliver.
