When the penalty was awarded for Malick Diouf’s foul on Jurrien Timber, there was a palpable sense of uncertainty over who would take it. Bukayo Saka ultimately converted to score Arsenal’s second goal against West Ham, but many were surprised that Viktor Gyökeres was not the one to step up.The Sweden international had taken Arsenal’s previous league penalty against Leeds United. Although Saka was not on the pitch at the time, many expected Gyökeres to continue as the designated taker.Saka’s comments on the penalty decisionSpeaking after the game, Saka was asked by Football London whether he had been unsure about who would take the spot kick. He said: “No, when I grabbed the ball I wanted to take it, so that’s what my thoughts were at that moment.”Pressed on whether he will remain Arsenal’s penalty taker this season, he added: “Erm, we’ll keep our conversations in the house for now, I won’t say much more!”(Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)Gyökeres’ form and Saka’s praiseMany expected Gyökeres to step up given that Mikel Arteta labelled him the best penalty taker at the club earlier in the season. The former Sporting striker has impressive numbers from the spot in European football and is currently on a hot streak from twelve yards. However, it now seems he may have to share responsibility with the England winger.Gyökeres has struggled for goals in recent games, but Saka has no doubt that his team-mate will soon find his scoring touch again. He praised the Swede’s overall contribution, saying: “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, us as his teammates, we’re so grateful for what he does, how he holds the ball, how he makes the runs, the threat he gives us. 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 doubt. He’s still up, he’s still happy and he’s still giving his best every game.”The Sweden international will hope to rediscover his scoring form for Arsenal after the international break, but first he will focus on upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Switzerland and Kosovo.Who do you think should be Arsenal’s designated penalty taker, Saka or Gyökeres?Share your thoughts in the comments.Benjamin Kenneth__________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, please contact us through this link…More Stories / Latest News‘We’ll keep the conversation in house’ – Bukayo Saka tight-lipped about Arsenal’s penalty situation7 October 2025, 11:00Jamie Carragher believes Arsenal man edges Chelsea’s Moises Caicedo in best midfielder debate7 October 2025, 10:00Former Arsenal chief opens up on his time at the club7 October 2025, 9:00The post ‘We’ll keep the conversation in house’ – Bukayo Saka tight-lipped about Arsenal’s penalty situation appeared first on Just Arsenal News.