Arsenal Injury Update: Gabriel Jesus latest details, recovery timeline

Arsenal have been dealt another big injury blow during their game against Manchester United in the FA Cup which they went on to lose on penalties after the game had ended 1-1 after extra time. The Gunners however was dealt another big blow today as they have lost Gabriel Jesus to injury. The Brazilian had to be stretchered off in the first half with the score at 0-0 in what looked like a concerning knee injury.

The injury suffered is expected to affect further plans for the Gunners. On that note, read below and get a detailed overview of how the winger faced the injury, the freshest update on the situation, the impact of the blow on the club, his possible replacements, and his return to action date.

Gabriel Jesus Injury Update

Gabriel Jesus has been very unlucky with injury ever since coming to Arsenal. This season also he missed action through injury before coming back in the starting XI in December. Since then he has been in decent knick, scoring 6 times.

In the game against United, Jesus assumed a starting berth. He first received treatment on his knee following a collision with Lisandro Martinez. A few minutes later, the Brazilian put in a challenge on Bruno Fernandes and that seems to have aggravated the issue. He was replaced by Raheem Sterling who interestingly has never scored against Manchester United, despite having played for Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea.

It is difficult to predict at the moment exactly what the nature of the injury is. Further scans will take place over the next few days to ascertain the exact nature and extent of the injury that has taken place.

Impact of Gabriel Jesus’ Injury on Arsenal Squad and Strategy

Gabriel Jesus has been an integral player for Arsenal this season. Ever since he has come back to the starting XI, he has taken over the spot from Kai Havertz. The Brazilian’s work rate and versatility to play across the frontline is also something that has been of immense benefit to the Gunners’ given their injury crisis.

However with him now injured, alongside the injury to Bukayo Saka and Ethan Nwaneri, means that Arsenal are now quite short of firepower in forward areas. This means that Mikel Arteta might be forced to buy some players in the January transfer window. Viktor Gyokeres, Nico Williams and Alexander Isak are some of the names they have been linked to. It will be interesting to see what their strategy will be.

Possible Replacements and Tactical Adjustments

This is a difficult one given that Arsenal are now really short of options in forward areas. Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz are the obvious picks but it’s worth noting that the German has been dreadful in front of goal lately and would be woefully short of confidence. Another option is that of Raheem Sterling who is yet to do anything of note for Arsenal after moving across London in the summer. It has become imperative that Arsenal dip their toes into the market to sign a new forward. An academy graduate being promoted is also an option.

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