Sweden Squad Reveal: Alexander Isak Named Whereas Viktor Gyokeres Misses Out
Viktor Gyokeres joined Arsenal after leaving Sporting in July
Gunners forward Viktor Gyokeres was left out in the new manager's maiden Sweden squad, while Reds forward the talented attacker secured inclusion
Gyokeres is scheduled to undergo additional medical tests this week following fears of a thigh issue during Arsenal's Premier League victory against the Clarets last weekend
The 27-year-old missed the Gunners' European victory versus the Czech side on Tuesday
Isak Returns
Isak, who hasn't featured since 22 October because of a groin problem, has been chosen to play in the World Cup matches against the Swiss team (15 November) plus the Slovenian side (18 November)
Additional Premier League Call-ups
- Tottenham playmaker Lucas Bergvall, who is recovering from a head injury
- Newcastle wide player Anthony Elanga
These players are among the Premier League players named under former Brighton, Chelsea and West Ham boss the new Swedish coach
The New Manager's Hiring
The English manager took over the Swedish federation first for an interim period on 20 October, under four weeks following he was dismissed by the Hammers
Previous coach Jon Dahl Tomasson was sacked following the national team's setback against Kosovo on 13 October, an outcome which rendered straight qualification from their World Cup group impossible
Current Standing
The Swedish team find themselves bottom in Group B with just one point in their opening four games
Even if they don't manage to finish second, they may yet take part in the qualification playoffs because of their performance in the most recent UEFA competition
