Arsenal are reportedly considering offering striker Gabriel Jesus in a swap deal for Juventus striker Kenan Yildiz, a target of Manchester United and Chelsea. Jesus has been at the Emirates Stadium since his arrival from Manchester City in the summer of 2022.
The 28-year-old Brazilian, in his fourth season at the club, has made nearly 100 appearances across competitions, contributing 46 goals, including 26 goals. Jesus did not play this season, after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in January, and is not expected to participate again in 2025.
Jesus has a contract with the Emirates until 2027, but… radio radio (via Football Talk) That the Gunners could offer the Brazilian as part of a cash deal (£43m) and a swap deal for Yildiz, who is valued at £87m by the Bianconeri.
The 20-year-old Turkish player has had a good start to the new season since making his first-team debut two years ago. In eight matches across competitions, Yildiz has scored two goals and provided four assists. His contract at Allianz Arena until 2029.
It is appropriate to note this Issa – who has not played in almost a year – is valued by Transfermarkt at £27.9m (€32m), while the Gunners value him at around £30m. The Premier League side will also be aware of interest in Yildiz from local rivals such as the Blues and Red Devils.
What’s next for Arsenal and Manchester United?
Arsenal They have made a great start to the new campaign. Following a 2-0 win over West Ham United at the start of the month, Mikel Arteta’s side lead the Premier League after seven matches, one point behind leaders Liverpool, who have lost their last two matches.
The Gunners then travel to Fulham in the league on Saturday (October 18) before hosting Atletico Madrid in the third round of the Champions League match three days later.
Meanwhile, Manchester United Stumbled into the new season. After beating visitors Sunderland 2-0 before the international break, Ruben Amorim’s side – who are 10th in the Premier League – travel to defending champions Liverpool on Sunday (October 19).
After not qualifying for Europe after the forgettable 2024-25 season, Manchester United have no continental commitments in midweek and will host Brighton & Hove Albion in the league on October 26.
Edited by Bhargav
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