“Gyokeres is the best striker in the I know that, but there’s one particular academy striker who was promoted recently and the way he’s playing I don’t think I could bench him in coming season…In respect to this, I have decided to leave for good”: Arsenal’s striker Gabriel Jesus names ONE Arsenal’s academy striker who’s currently doing better than Gyokeres in training, declared his intention to leave the club
Gabriel Jesus is attracting strong interest from Flamengo, with the Brazilian club looking to bring in the Arsenal striker on a temporary deal.
According to reports from RTI Esporte, Flamengo are working on a proposal that would see Jesus join on a one-year loan. The offer is expected to include a buy option.
Flamengo reportedly made direct contact with the player before approaching Arsenal. Following positive feedback from Jesus’ camp, they began preparing an official offer.
The Brazilian club are willing to cover half of his wages during the loan. Talks are progressing quickly as Flamengo try to wrap up the move before the season begins.
Arsenal are planning to let go of a few players this summer. Jesus is understood to be among those who could be moved on to create room in the squad.
The Gunners have recently bolstered their attack with the signings of Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres.
Jesus open to Flamengo move as Gyökeres arrival nears
With a new striker arriving, Arsenal are ready to consider offers for the 28-year-old, especially after his recent struggles with fitness and form.
Jesus has battled with injury problems in recent months. A loan move to Flamengo could help him regain rhythm and return to regular football.
The forward made 27 Premier League appearances last season, including 13 starts and 14 as a substitute. He scored seven goals and provided two assists across all competitions.
He totalled 1,204 minutes of action before picking up an ACL injury, which ruled him out of the final stretch of the campaign.
A spell in Brazil would allow him to build match sharpness ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Playing consistently will be key to earning a recall to the national team.
New Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti is expected to assess his options in the coming year. Jesus will be hoping to catch his eye with consistent performances.
If Flamengo can finalise terms with Arsenal, Jesus could return to his homeland for the first time since leaving Palmeiras in 2017.
