Gabriel Jesus offered Premier League lifeline as Arsenal rebuild

Gabriel Jesus offered Premier League lifeline as Arsenal rebuild

What happened?

Arsenal have reportedly offered Gabriel Jesus a Premier League lifeline as part of their rebuild, with the Brazilian striker being considered for a transfer by the Gunners. According to Spanish outlet AS, both Everton and Ipswich have contacted Arsenal over a deal for Jesus, who has a desire to remain in England and become the highest-scoring Brazilian in the Premier League.

Why it matters for Gabriel Jesus

Gabriel Jesus, 29, has been linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium before September's transfer deadline. The former Manchester City star has scored just 32 goals in 123 appearances for Arsenal since joining in 2022. Jesus has just one year remaining on his deal in North London.

What comes next?

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta spoke out on his future, as well as that of Gabriel Martinelli, both players left out of the Gunners' squad in the Community Shield win over Manchester City. Arteta said: "Yes, they are all very important for us." He added: "It's really sad not to have their ability. I have been fighting with the Premier League to extend [the squad], to accommodate more players.

Transfer interest

Gabriel Jesus is not the only one to have been linked with an exit over recent days. Academy graduates Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri have also been tipped for departures. On the pair, Arsenal CEO Richard Garlick said: "There's been a lot of speculation around players. I can't stop other clubs being interested. I think Myles has had a fantastic end to last season and has started this one really well - we're very, very happy with him.

Key takeaways:

• Gabriel Jesus is reportedly being considered for a transfer by Arsenal as part of their rebuild.
• The Brazilian striker has a desire to remain in England and become the highest-scoring Brazilian in the Premier League.
• Jesus has scored just 32 goals in 123 appearances for Arsenal since joining in 2022.
• The former Manchester City star has just one year remaining on his deal in North London.

Transfer activity

Arsenal have already signed Bruno Guimaraes and Christos Tzolis, while Piero Hincapie and Illan Meslier have penned permanent deals. Arteta's side are also close to agreeing a deal for Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa. A late swoop for Julian Alvarez also remains a possibility.

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