Rio Ferdinand disagrees with Gary Lineker over Arsenal's £64m 'flat-track bully'

Rio Ferdinand Disagrees with Gary Lineker on Arsenal's £64m Striker

Gary Lineker argues that Viktor Gyokeres must begin scoring against the Premier League's top teams to avoid being tagged a "flat-track bully." However, Rio Ferdinand strongly disagrees, confident that the striker will lead Arsenal to the league title.

Viktor Gyokeres' Performance So Far

Arsenal invested £64 million to acquire the Swedish forward from Sporting Lisbon. Gyokeres' early displays have sparked mixed reactions among fans and experts alike. While his work-rate, tenacity, hold-up play, and ability to unsettle defenses earn praise, his goal tally remains modest.

Debate on 'Flat-Track Bully' Label

"I don’t want to call him a flat-track bully, that’s a bit unfair," said former England striker Gary Lineker on the Rest is Football.

This term refers to players who perform well against weaker opponents but fail to impact major matches. Despite this criticism, Ferdinand sees no cause for concern with Gyokeres' potential.

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Author's summary: Despite critics dubbing him a "flat-track bully," Rio Ferdinand believes Viktor Gyokeres will be instrumental in Arsenal securing the Premier League title.

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