Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus is edging closer to a possible move. Italian side Napoli have ramped up their efforts to sign the 29-year-old Brazilian, while Gunners boss Mikel Arteta continues to reshape his attacking options.
After recovering from a serious knee injury last season, Jesus featured in 27 matches, but only started in nine of those. With the increasing depth of Arsenal's attack, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for the Brazilian to secure a regular starting spot.
Arsenal's financial demands and player position
- Asking price: According to CaughtOffside, Arsenal are ready to enter formal negotiations only if the opening bid is at least €20 million.
- Jesus's desire: The forward views Napoli as an attractive option as he aims to reclaim a starting role, having found himself rotated out in London.
- Contractual factor: Jesus is entering the final year of his current deal with the Gunners, making a sale for a reasonable fee a logical step for the club, to avoid losing him for nothing.
Background and Napoli's interest
The Italian club previously attempted to sign the Brazilian in 2023, but Jesus opted to stay at the Emirates. However, the situation has changed: The Times reports that Napoli are determined to approach the deal decisively.
For Napoli, a €20 million fee appears to be a sensible investment in a forward with extensive experience in the Premier League and Champions League, but the final move hinges on whether the Italian side will meet Arsenal's financial demands without trying to haggle.
