Gabriel Jesus’s stay at Arsenal is uncertain for the current season. Although the striker’s contract extends until June 2027, conversations indicate a possible transfer within this negotiation window. In recent days, the player has been training separately from the rest of the squad, a similar situation to that of Gabriel Martinelli, who is tipped to move from London to Saudi Arabia.
The striker has not been used by coach Mikel Arteta so far this season, neither in the Premier League nor in the English Super Cup. Signed by the Gunners in 2022, Jesus lost space in the group due to physical problems and strong competition with Viktor Gyökeres and Kai Havertz. Furthermore, the desire to have more time on the field has been evident since last season, when he was considered by Carlo Ancelotti for the World Cup.
In this scenario, Gabriel Jesus has been the target of surveys from several European football teams. The Italian market appears to be the most interested in the player, with Juventus and Milan maintaining contact with his representatives in recent months. Napoli, in turn, emerged as the most concrete alternative for the striker’s departure, according to reports. Atlético de Madrid also consulted the athlete’s staff recently.
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Despite the reciprocal interest between Gabriel Jesus and Napoli, the striker’s release encountered an obstacle in transfer values. The amounts offered by the Italians were below what Arsenal stipulated for negotiations. Although there is no definitive refusal from the London club, conversations decreased in intensity in the final phase of the transfer window. Even so, Arsenal are willing to negotiate for the player.
The Gunners agree to release Gabriel Jesus for amounts starting at 20 million euros, the equivalent of R$120 million. Without a formalized proposal from the Italian club, there is a barrier that prevents negotiations from moving forward, considering the first values discussed by Napoli.
Other European and Premier League teams probe Gabriel Jesus
The transfer window in Europe’s main leagues closes on September 1st. In addition to Napoli, other clubs have consulted the striker’s staff about a possible transfer. Everton is one of the teams that expressed interest in having Jesus this season.
However, more decisive action from the Liverpool club would be needed in the coming days to secure the signing. In addition to Jesus, Everton is also negotiating with Manchester City to have Jack Grealish again, who was on loan to the team last season, but faced physical problems.
Just like the interests of Juventus and Milan, which emerged before the World Cup, Everton has not made any progress in negotiations with Arsenal for the striker’s signature, at least so far. The business model for Everton is also uncertain as the Merseyside outfit have been looking for loan opportunities this window.
Despite a return to Palmeiras being speculated, Gabriel Jesus’ focus is to continue in Europe. The striker was part of the Brazilian team’s pre-list for the World Cup, although he was not called up by Ancelotti throughout the cycle. With the lack of minutes at Arsenal, the probability of being included in the Italian coach’s next squads decreases.
In addition to Everton, the Turkish market has also been surveying the striker’s staff about a possible transfer. However, these moves are considered preliminary at this time. In this window, names like Mohamed Salah, Benjamin Trossard and Rafael Leão joined the Turkish Championship.
In Türkiye, Gabriel Jesus would remain on the radar of European football and have the chance to play in the Champions League. Furthermore, if no other interests arise in the continent’s five main leagues (England, Spain, France, Italy or Germany), the transfer window in Turkey remains open until September 4th.
Saudi Arabian market emerges as a new possibility for striker Gabriel Jesus
With his absence from Arsenal training, Gabriel Jesus’ departure gains momentum in this transfer period. Mikel Arteta was asked this week about a possible negotiation for the player. It is a fact that, in addition to European teams, Saudi Arabia also showed interest in the center forward.
— It’s a question related to the number of players we have in the squad at the moment and the way we manage this type of situation individually. All players have their personal situations. Whatever these situations may be, I think the issue is clear — said the Spanish coach, regarding Jesus’ absence in training.
Just like Turkey, the Saudi market has an interest, which is still at an early stage, and monitors the player’s situation in the market. Al-Hilal, for example, is close to signing Gabriel Martinelli, another name that entered Arsenal’s “negotiable” list after winning the Premier League last season.
Saudi Arabia’s advantage is the length of time its transfer window remains open. Until October 12, Saudi Championship clubs can continue looking for new signings. If negotiations with Napoli do not materialize — this being the main priority, despite the financial barrier —, Saudi interest could intensify this season.
