Viktor Gyokeres has spoken warmly about his contribution to Arsenal's Premier League title-winning campaign last season, as the club prepare to open their title defence against his former side Coventry City on Friday.

The striker, who moved to Arsenal ahead of last season, expressed pride in the impact he made during the club's run to the championship. His arrival proved a significant factor as Arsenal claimed their first Premier League crown in two decades.

Gyokeres now faces a unique moment as his new club host Coventry City — the side he left to join Arsenal — in what promises to be a charged and personal occasion at the Emirates.

Arsenal go into the new campaign as champions, with expectations high after ending a long wait for top-flight glory. The home opener against Coventry sets the tone for what the club hope will be another sustained title challenge.