Gilberto Silva, the legendary Arsenal player, is of the opinion that Gabriel Jesus has the potential to replace Kai Havertz in Mikel Arteta’s starting lineup once he has achieved full fitness.
Havertz, who played as a central striker for the north London club, has become one of the first names on Arteta’s squad roster after a challenging inaugural campaign with the Gunners following his substantial transfer from Chelsea.
Indeed, the Germany international struck in Arsenal’s Premier League victory over Southampton prior to the international break, marking his seventh successive home game with a goal.
Havertz will equal Thierry Henry’s record of scoring in eight consecutive home games if he is able to find the target again against Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League match next week.
In distinct contrast, Jesus has endured another injury-plagued campaign and has only appeared in Arteta’s starting lineup three times thus far in his third season with the club, having joined from Manchester City.
Silva remains convinced that Jesus has a greater potential than the individual who has succeeded him as Arsenal’s primary striker, despite the fact that his most recent goal for the club was scored in January against Nottingham Forest.
“Jesus has endured numerous injuries, which have significantly impeded his progress,” he stated in an interview with bettingexpert.com. “You always have to start over when you break your rhythm.” It presents an immense obstacle for any participant. However, Jesus’ loss of space has been significantly influenced by injuries, as he was rendered inactive for an extended period.
“In addition, it created opportunities for Havertz to play in positions that Jesus would have occupied.” He ultimately achieved success in that location. Nevertheless, Jesus has the capacity to accomplish more if he is in good condition, as a nine. However, Havertz performed so well that his absences were largely forgotten by many.
Jesus is granted access due to injury concerns.
Jesus, who has been speculated to return to a club in his homeland, may be summoned when Arsenal resumes play after the international break. The team will travel to Bournemouth in the Premier League this Saturday.
The club has experienced a fortnight marred by injuries, as Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli all sustained injuries while on international duty.
Jesus’ future at The Emirates could be significantly influenced by his performance in the seven games he may play for the Gunners before the next international break, given the injury issues he has encountered.
Arteta is reportedly considering the possibility of replacing the Brazilian with Viktor Gyokeres, a long-term Arsenal target.
The Sporting frontman presently has an £84million release clause in his contract and the Gunners are in a strong position financially to pull off that type of deal – one that would almost certainly signify the end of Jesus’ career with the club.
Latest Arsenal transfer news: Klopp crucial to striker move / Sevilla pressing for bargain deal
New Red Bull global head of soccer Jurgen Klopp is being tipped to play an important role in Arsenal potentially landing a top striker target in 2025.
One of the top names they were chasing over the summer was RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, who they are known to have made a major play to add to Mikel Arteta’s squad.
And, according to a new report from TBR Football, Klopp is now set to play a key role in shaping Sesko’s future.
At the same time, it is being reported that Sevilla is considering reducing the option-to-buy fee they have established with Arsenal for loanee Albert Sambi Lokonga.
Reports indicated that this agreement includes a purchase option, which is approximately €12 million (£10 million, $13.1 million). This is in contrast to Lokonga’s loans at Crystal Palace and Luton Town.
Nevertheless, Estadio Deportivo notes that the La Liga team is confident that they can secure his services at a lower price, despite the fact that the fee is accurate.
