Arsenal has confirmed that Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus has sustained an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in his left knee, requiring surgery in the coming days.
The injury occurred during Arsenal’s FA Cup third-round match against Manchester United, where Jesus had to leave the pitch in the first half. This news comes as a significant blow to the Gunners, as Jesus had recently found his form, scoring six goals in his last seven appearances after a slow start to the season.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the club detailed the extent of the injury:“Gabriel Jesus has undergone several specialist evaluations confirming an anterior cruciate ligament injury in his left knee.”
The typical recovery time for an ACL injury ranges from six to nine months, which means the Brazilian striker is unlikely to feature again this season. His absence leaves a considerable gap in Arsenal’s attacking options as they aim to compete on multiple fronts.
With Jesus sidelined, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta faces a pressing need to strengthen his squad in the January transfer window. The only remaining option for the central striker role is Kai Havertz, who has been under fire following his underwhelming performance against Manchester United.
This development could push Arsenal to actively pursue a forward capable of shouldering the team’s attacking responsibilities. The club’s response in the transfer market will be pivotal to maintaining their competitive edge.
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