Arteta's team is currently on a pre-season tour of Asia, having beaten Premier League rivals Newcastle 3-2 in their first game in Singapore.

Gyokeres may be eager to make his debut against arch-rivals Tottenham on Thursday, but Arteta has made it clear that this is not a certainty.

When asked about Gyokeres' potential debut, Arteta explained that he has not had a single training session with the team since his transfer was finalized.

Arteta stated that the team will assess Gyokeres' fitness levels and medical status before deciding whether to include him in the starting lineup.

Gyokeres has undergone all necessary medical checks and has shown promising signs, but Arteta wants to ensure he is up to speed with the rest of the team before giving him a chance to play.