Arsenal star breaks silence on latest transfer rumours | OneFootball

Gabriel Jesus Dismisses Arsenal Exit Talk and Reaffirms Commitment

Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus has firmly dismissed speculation about a possible January departure, insisting his full focus remains on regaining fitness and reclaiming his place in Mikel Arteta’s side. The Brazilian striker has endured a challenging spell since suffering a serious ACL injury back in January, which sidelined him for almost ten months.

Despite returning to light training, reports have linked Jesus with a move away from Arsenal in the next transfer window, with the likes of Viktor Gyökeres and Kai Havertz also competing for attacking roles. Yet the 27-year-old has made it clear that leaving North London is not part of his immediate plans.

Commitment to Arsenal Amid Transfer Rumours

Speaking about recent speculation, Jesus addressed rumours suggesting he could be tempted by a switch back to Brazil or to another European club seeking attacking reinforcement. Instead, he reinforced his commitment to Arsenal, noting that his current focus is on earning his place back in the squad and helping the Gunners maintain their title push.

“I’ve never had contact with another club, and my desire, as I say, is to return to Palmeiras, and Palmeiras’ desire is for me to return to Palmeiras,” he said. “When I feel it’s time to return to Palmeiras, I’ll decide that with Arsenal, but we’re talking about a player who’s been out for nine months and is now fighting to get back into the team, and there are journalists who are talking without any basis whatsoever.”

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Long-Term Affection for Palmeiras

Jesus’s comments also reflect his enduring affection for his former club, Palmeiras, where he rose to prominence before joining Manchester City in 2017. The forward helped the Brazilian side to a Copa do Brasil title and remains a fan favourite in São Paulo. While he has spoken in the past about one day returning to his boyhood team, Jesus emphasised that such a move would only happen later in his career, not while he is still in his prime and competing at the highest level with Arsenal.

Arsenal’s Attacking Depth and Jesus’s Role

Mikel Arteta has built considerable depth in his attacking options, with Gabriel Jesus, Havertz, and Gyökeres all capable of leading the line. Jesus’s work rate, creativity, and experience continue to make him an important figure in Arsenal’s plans, especially as the club aims to challenge on multiple fronts this season. His ability to press high and link play in tight spaces has long been valued by Arteta, and his return could provide a significant boost in the coming weeks.

As Jesus nears full fitness, his focus remains unwavering: helping Arsenal compete for major honours and reclaiming his role as one of the Premier League’s most intelligent forwards.