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Gabriel Jesus was stretchered in Sunday's FA Cup loss to Manchester United and he will now be out for a long spell.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been dealt a significant blow as striker Gabriel Jesus is feared to have sustained a serious knee injury, leaving the Gunners in urgent need of reinforcement during the January transfer window.
The Brazilian forward was stretchered off in the 40th minute of Arsenal's FA Cup defeat to Manchester United on Sunday. His departure saw the Gunners held a tough 1-1 draw, which saw the match go to penalties, where Arteta' s men ultimately lost 5-3.
Initial reports suggest that Jesus has suffered a suspected ACL injury, which could sideline him for an extended period. Sky Sports has confirmed the concern, with Arteta's worst fears now seeming to be realized.
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The 27-year-old has been in impressive form, scoring six goals in his last seven appearances for Arsenal, but this injury may derail his continued contribution to the team.
Since his move from Manchester City in 2022, Jesus has struggled with injury setbacks that have limited his impact at the club.
His latest injury leaves Arsenal with a significant gap in their forward line, as they seek to bolster their squad.
“We are actively looking in the market to improve the squad. We are on it. Unfortunately, Gabriel Jesus’ injury is not looking good… we are very worried, waiting for the final report,” said Arteta via Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano.
In addition to Jesus' injury, the Gunners have also recently lost star winger Bukayo Saka, whose return could take several weeks.
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With Arsenal’s depth already being tested, Arteta is expected to target a striker to provide support for Kai Havertz in the centre-forward role.
Currently sitting second in the Premier League with 40 points, Arsenal trail leaders Liverpool by six points, while Nottingham Forest sits just behind them in third, level on points but with a lesser goal difference. Chelsea, in fourth place with 36 points, will face Bournemouth on Tuesday night while Forest and Liverpool battle it out at the City Ground.
Arsenal’s next fixture will be a high-stakes North London Derby against Tottenham Hotspur at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, where Arteta’s men will be hoping to bounce back and keep pace at the top of the table despite the mounting injury woes.
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