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Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus is believed to have suffered a torn ACL during the FA Cup defeat to Manchester United, which could force the Gunners to invest in the transfer market, according to a report.
Jesus had to go on a stretcher in the first half of Arsenal’s game Third round tie on Sunday After a clash with Bruno Fernandes. The Brazilian forward earlier appeared to tweak his knee during the awkward landing and covered his face in agony as he was helped off the pitch.
Mikel Arteta Jesus could not give a concrete update on the condition immediately after the contest, but warned that he one “Big concern” and “didn’t look good”.
The Athletic Now claim that Jesus “suspects” a torn ACL in his left knee. Further tests are needed to confirm the diagnosis, but it is strongly believed that the Brazilian will be sidelined for the rest of the season and beyond. If that ACL tears, Jesus is unlikely to return for at least nine months.
This huge blow, combined with Bukayo Saka’s continued absenceA crisis could force Arsenal to recruit short-term attacking reinforcements.
The Gunners have been linked with Premier League-proven talent in form Newcastle United’s Alexander Issac And Brentford talisman Brian Mbeumo. However, it is not expected to go ahead in January.
When The Athletic Without naming any targets, the report claims Arsenal would be open to a foreign loan move to bolster Arteta’s depleted frontline.
After a penalty shootout exit at Manchester United, Arsenal’s season is in the balance. Six points are lost Premier League Liverpool, who have a game in hand and trail Newcastle 2-0 in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final at St James’ Park next month, Champions League A club may be the last resort for silverware.
