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Arsenal’s Stance on Gabriel Jesus Clear: No Room for Negotiation

Arsenal’s unwavering decision to reject an approach for Gabriel Jesus from his former club Palmeiras has ignited fresh discussions among fans. The Brazilian club had hoped to bring Jesus back to bolster their lineup for the 2024 Club World Cup, but as Palmeiras president Leila Pereira revealed, Arsenal stood firm. “Gabriel Jesus is not coming,” she shared, adding, “We got in touch with Arsenal, and they said, ‘Leila, there are no conditions whatsoever. We are not going to negotiate the player.’ The subject is closed.” As reported by ESPN.

Jesus’s Journey: From Palmeiras to Arsenal

Gabriel Jesus, a standout product of Palmeiras’ youth system, initially spent two seasons with the first team before Manchester City acquired him in 2017. There, he clinched four Premier League titles, later joining Arsenal in a high-profile £45 million move in 2022. Now, at 27, Jesus has 19 goals for Arsenal, though he’s currently navigating a goal drought, with no goals in 11 matches this season.

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His recent appearances included coming off the bench in Arsenal’s 2-2 draw against Liverpool and starting in their 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League, sparking questions about his role and form moving forward.

Palmeiras Dismisses Gabigol Speculation

Alongside the pursuit of Jesus, Palmeiras were linked to Flamengo’s Gabriel Barbosa, commonly known as “Gabigol.” However, Pereira decisively refuted these claims, saying, “Gabigol isn’t coming either. He’s a great player, but he’s not coming to Palmeiras.”

Our View – EPL Index Analysis

As a proven winner with Manchester City, Jesus has shown what he can achieve in the Premier League. Despite his recent goal drought, many fans remain hopeful that he will find his scoring rhythm soon, particularly given Arsenal’s title ambitions this season.

There’s also a sense that losing Jesus would create a significant gap in Arsenal’s attack, one which could be difficult to fill mid-season. While some fans might argue that a change could refresh Arsenal’s frontline, the majority understand the club’s commitment to Jesus as part of a long-term plan. His performances have, after all, been marked by high work rates and crucial contributions beyond goal-scoring, which are invaluable for a team vying for silverware.

For Arsenal supporters, Jesus staying signals a deep-rooted trust in the Brazilian’s potential to regain his touch in front of goal, sparking optimism that his upcoming matches could see a revival.