A new name above an iconic number 🫡 Viktor Gyökeres has officially inherited the legendary No.14 shirt at Arsenal — a number etched into club history by the great Thierry Henry.

A new name above an iconic number 🫡

Viktor Gyökeres has officially inherited the legendary No.14 shirt at Arsenal — a number etched into club history by the great Thierry Henry.

As Gyökeres prepares for his debut season, all eyes are on the Swedish striker to see how he follows in the footsteps of one of the Premier League’s most iconic figures.

 

The No.14 shirt is more than just a number at Arsenal. Thierry Henry wore it with distinction, becoming the club’s all-time leading goalscorer with 228 goals across two spells. Since Henry’s departure, the shirt has been worn by a mix of talents including Theo Walcott, who made over 300 appearances and scored over 100 goals, and more recently, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, whose electrifying pace and clinical finishing brought an FA Cup triumph in 2020.

 

Now, it’s Gyökeres’ turn. The 26-year-old arrives from Sporting CP following a prolific season where he netted 43 goals in all competitions. Known for his strength, movement, and instinctive finishing, Viktor brings the kind of attacking threat that could once again make the No.14 shirt feared by defenders across the league.

 

Arsenal’s squad numbers often carry legacy and pressure. The No.7 shirt worn by legends like Liam Brady and Robert Pires now belongs to Bukayo Saka, while Martin Ødegaard has made the No.8 his own. Gyökeres joins a team rich in tradition — and his number signals big expectations.

 

As pre-season unfolds, fans are eager to see how Gyökeres adapts to life in North London. If he can channel the legacy of his predecessors, he could be the next great name to define the famous No.14 shirt.