From Critic to Fan: Carragher Hails Arsenal Star Gyökeres

From Critic to Fan: Carragher Hails Arsenal Star Gyökeres

Arthur Jones
Arthur Jones
Published: Feb 24, 2026

Jamie Carragher has compared Viktor Gyokeres to Alan Shearer in a remarkable U-turn from his previous comments about the Arsenal striker. The Sky Sports pundit had previously hit out at the Sweden international, claiming he isn't as good as some of Mikel Arteta's other options, but Gyokeres' brace in the north London derby on Sunday appears to have changed the former Liverpool defender's mind.

From Doubter to Disciple: Carragher's Controversial Call

Just a few months ago, Jamie Carragher was openly questioning Viktor Gyökeres' suitability for Arsenal. In late December, the Sky Sports pundit voiced strong criticisms, suggesting that attackers like Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz offered superior quality upfront for Mikel Arteta.

Carragher didn't hold back, stating Gyökeres