Swedish Selection Announcement: Isak Named While Viktor Gyokeres Misses Out
Viktor Gyokeres joined Arsenal from Sporting Lisbon this summer
Arsenal forward Viktor Gyokeres fails to make the cut in the new manager's initial Swedish national squad, whereas Liverpool striker the talented attacker has earned a place
Gyokeres is scheduled to undergo additional medical tests this week following worries he sustained a thigh issue during Arsenal's English top flight victory against Burnley on Saturday
The 27-year-old missed the Gunners' European victory versus the Czech side on Tuesday
Alexander Isak Returns
Isak, absent from action since 22 October due to muscle issues, made the squad to play in World Cup qualifying fixtures against Switzerland (15 November) plus Slovenia (18 November)
Other Premier League Inclusions
- Tottenham playmaker Lucas Bergvall, who is recovering from concussion
- Newcastle wide player the Swedish international
Both athletes feature in the Premier League contingent chosen under former Brighton, Chelsea and West Ham boss the new Swedish coach
The New Manager's Role
Potter was appointed the Swedish federation first on a short-term basis in late October, less than a month after his departure by the Hammers
Previous boss the Danish coach was sacked following Sweden's setback against Kosovo in mid-October, a result which rendered automatic qualification in their World Cup group out of reach
Present Situation
The Swedish team are currently bottom in their qualifying group having just a single point in their opening four games
Even if they don't manage to finish second, there remains a chance they might be involved in the World Cup play-offs due to thanks to their showing in the most recent UEFA competition
