Arsenal’s new £57 million signing, Viktor Gyokeres, has stormed into Premier League headlines before even kicking a ball, as more punters have backed him to win the Golden Boot than Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah, according to new data from talkSPORT BET.
With the new Premier League season just two weeks away, excitement is already building, and betting activity has revealed a surprise leader in the Golden Boot race—Gyokeres, who joins the Gunners from Sporting Lisbon following a prolific campaign in Portugal.
🔥 Most Backed Players to Win the Golden Boot (talkSPORT BET):
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Viktor Gyokeres – 30%
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Erling Haaland – 20%
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Alexander Isak – 20%
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Liam Delap – 10%
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Rasmus Hojlund – 10%
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Mohamed Salah – 10%
Gyokeres the Surprise Favourite Among Punters
Despite being priced at 6/1—making him joint-third favourite in the betting markets—Gyokeres has claimed 30% of all bets to win the Premier League’s top scorer award, more than any other player.
The 27-year-old Swede arrives at Arsenal after an astonishing season at Sporting, where he scored 54 goals in 52 appearances across all competitions and added 13 assists. His high work rate, strength, and finishing prowess have already won over Gunners fans and bettors alike.
Haaland and Salah Trail in Betting Support
Manchester City star Erling Haaland, the 11/8 favourite in the odds, has only attracted 20% of the bets despite his impressive track record. With 85 goals in 97 Premier League games, the Norwegian is gunning for a third Golden Boot in four seasons.
Meanwhile, Mohamed Salah, the reigning Golden Boot holder, has surprisingly received just 10% of betting interest, even though he’s priced at 9/2. The Liverpool forward tallied 29 goals and 18 assists in the league last season, showing he’s still a massive threat at 33 years old.
Isak and Others in the Mix
Alexander Isak, reportedly on the verge of a high-profile move from Newcastle to Liverpool, is tied with Haaland at 20% of bets placed. The Swede is another player with serious potential to top the scoring charts, especially if he ends up at Anfield.
Other names drawing interest include Liam Delap and Rasmus Hojlund, both with 10% of bets, showing the open nature of this season’s Golden Boot race.
What This Means for Arsenal and the Premier League
Gyokeres’ popularity among bettors reflects growing confidence in Arsenal’s title challenge and the striker’s ability to adapt quickly to Premier League football. With the Gunners narrowly missing out on the title last season, the addition of a high-scoring No. 9 could be a game-changer.
Premier League Golden Boot Odds Snapshot (via talkSPORT BET):
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Erling Haaland – 11/8
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Mohamed Salah – 9/2
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Viktor Gyokeres – 6/1
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Alexander Isak – 6/1
As the countdown to the 2025/26 Premier League season continues, Viktor Gyokeres has already won the confidence of the betting public. Whether he can deliver on the pitch remains to be seen—but Arsenal fans will be hoping their new striker is ready to live up to the hype.
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