Viktor Gyokeres has endured a difficult start to the season at Arsenal, but Sweden will use him during the international break, with his national manager believing a change of environment could benefit the striker.Gyokeres was Arsenal’s main striker last season, and the Swede was expected to receive even more game time this term. That would have given him another opportunity to demonstrate that he could become an even better player than the one seen last season.However, since the campaign began, Mikel Arteta has opted to use Kai Havertz as Arsenal’s leading striker, which has resulted in Gyokeres spending much of his time on the bench.The Gunners still consider Gyokeres one of their top players, but Havertz is currently better suited to the system Arteta is employing at the Emirates. As a result, the Arsenal manager has continued to favour the German.Sweden offers Gyokeres an opportunityDuring the international break, Gyokeres will have an opportunity to play the minutes he has been missing at club level. Sweden manager Graham Potter discussed the striker’s situation via ESPN, highlighting how a different setting could help him.Potter said, “It’s part of the life of a footballer. Things can come at you fairly quickly and often you just have to deal with it.“We know how good Viktor is, we know how important he is. We love him with the team and I think he has the same feeling. Sometimes a change of context, a change of environment can help a player. We’re all looking forward to having Viktor with us and helping him enjoy his football.”(Photo by Michael Campanella/Getty Images)Potter backs Gyokeres to enjoy international breakPotter’s comments underline Sweden’s intention to provide Gyokeres with an opportunity to regain his rhythm during the international break. After spending a significant amount of time on the bench for Arsenal, the striker can now focus on playing and contributing for his national team.For Gyokeres, the international break therefore provides a chance to step away from his current situation at Arsenal and enjoy regular football with Sweden. Potter has made clear that the team value the striker and wants him to feel comfortable within the group.Gyokeres will now look to make the most of his time with Sweden, with the international fixtures giving him the chance to gain valuable minutes and rebuild his confidence through regular involvement._____________________________________________________________________________________________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, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsNational team manager wants Arsenal man to change environment18 September 2026, 9:00Danny Murphy explains why Dowman is struggling for game time17 September 2026, 23:00Arsenal planning to sign another Real Madrid attacker in 202717 September 2026, 21:45The post National team manager wants Arsenal man to change environment appeared first on Just Arsenal News.