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Tottenham Monitor Gabriel Jesus Situation as Striker Search Continues

Gabriel Jesus may yet find himself at the heart of a transfer that few could have predicted when he joined Arsenal. Now reportedly third in the striker pecking order at the Emirates, the Brazilian is said to be attracting interest from a number of European sides, including Tottenham Hotspur.

According to Give Me Sport, “That leaves Jesus as third-choice, and with the player now being ‘in-demand’, the report claims that sides across Europe have already initiated contact over his talents.” It is a development that raises eyebrows across north London, with Tottenham keeping close tabs on the forward’s future.

The report adds that while a January move might be more realistic as suitors await full fitness, “a short switch over north London has not been ruled out this summer, with Champions League football being on offer to the Brazilian.”

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Jesus Faces Uncertain Role at Arsenal

Gabriel Jesus, once seen as the face of Arsenal’s post-Aubameyang rebuild, now finds himself behind new arrival Viktor Gyokeres and German international Kai Havertz in the striker hierarchy. The Gyokeres deal, long pursued by Arsenal, signalled a shift in Mikel Arteta’s attacking strategy.

Jesus, who struggled for consistent fitness last season, remains a quality operator with sharp movement, European pedigree and technical flair. But his diminishing game time is prompting interest, particularly from clubs looking to enhance their Champions League credentials.

Tottenham’s name now enters the conversation. While such a move would be steeped in rivalry and narrative, it is grounded in the tactical needs of Thomas Frank’s evolving side.

Solanke’s Position Under Threat

Dominic Solanke had a fine season for Tottenham, netting nine times in the Premier League and emerging as a key figure in their successful European campaign, where he scored five times en route to the club’s first trophy in 17 years.

But Thomas Frank knows that depth and variety in attack will be vital if Spurs are to sustain their level across competitions. Jesus, with his intelligent movement and Champions League experience, offers a different profile to Solanke. He is less reliant on physicality and more on timing, which could suit Spurs’ dynamic, possession-heavy approach.

While there are obvious questions around fitness and consistency, the notion of adding a proven Premier League forward to the squad is one that cannot be easily dismissed.

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Timing May Define the Move

Fitness remains the central caveat in any potential deal. Jesus has battled injuries regularly since his time at Manchester City, and Give Me Sport note that “suitors are waiting until he’s fully fit to make a decision on whether to sign him or not.”

That opens the door to a January deal, but if Arsenal are willing to negotiate earlier, especially given their attacking reinforcements, Tottenham could act. The idea of a player crossing the north London divide may provoke reaction, but football logic often prevails over sentiment.

If Jesus is truly available and willing to play Champions League football in a system that suits him, Spurs might be one of the few clubs able to offer both platform and purpose.

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Foe Tottenham fans, the idea of Gabriel Jesus joining the club from Arsenal may feel surreal at first. But when considered purely from a footballing perspective, it makes real sense.

Jesus is a winner. He has four Premier League titles to his name, Champions League experience, and brings a level of sharpness in and around the box that Solanke, for all his progress, does not quite possess. He can play across the front three and offers flexibility that suits Thomas Frank’s system.

There are concerns, of course. Fitness is the main one. Nobody wants to sign a player who will spend more time on the treatment table than the pitch. But if the medical team gives the green light, and if the price is right, this could be a bold and clever piece of business.

Yes, some fans will squirm at the thought of signing a player from Arsenal, but winning cures all. If Jesus comes in, scores key goals and helps Spurs go deep in Europe again, those concerns will fade quickly.