Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has revealed his lifelong ambition to play in Italy. He shared that scoring twice at San Siro against Inter felt like a fulfillment of this dream.
“I have always dreamed of playing in Italy. Scoring two goals at San Siro against Inter was like making it come true,” Jesus stated.
Regarding his future, he commented, “I don’t know my future, I’m working now and we’ll see what happens with Arsenal.”
The 29-year-old Brazilian has been rumored to be considering a departure from Arsenal due to recurring injuries and a reduction in playing time. Recently, he was linked with a move to Milan, a transfer that gained traction after he switched to Giovanni Branchini’s agency, which previously represented Max Allegri when he managed Milan. Juventus has also been mentioned as a potential destination.
Arsenal is reportedly seeking a transfer fee in the range of £20-25 million for Jesus. The Brazilian international has one year remaining on his current contract with the North London club, which reportedly pays him £265,000 per week.
Considering the Next Move
Jesus’ substantial wages could present a challenge for any club interested in his services. Despite his talent, his injury history is a significant concern, and his performances when fit have been inconsistent.
Ultimately, he may need to accept a pay cut. However, if he wishes to secure a salary package comparable to his current earnings, a free transfer might be his most advantageous option. With only one year left on his Arsenal deal, seeing out his contract at the Emirates and using the opportunities he gets on the pitch to attract suitors could be a wise strategy.
Gabriel Jesus’ Serie A Aspirations
In a recent interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus expressed his ‘dream’ of playing in Italy.
“I have always dreamed of playing in Italy. Scoring two goals at San Siro against Inter was like making it come true.”
“I don’t know my future, I’m working now and we’ll see what happens with Arsenal.”
The 29-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Emirates for a while now, having endured multiple injury lay-offs and reduced game time. A few weeks ago, he had been linked with a move to Milan after switching to Giovanni Branchini’s agency, which also managed then-Milan boss Max Allegri. Juventus have also been linked with him.
Arsenal are looking for a fee in the region of £20–25 million to let Jesus go this summer, with the Brazil international having one year remaining on his £265,000-per-week contract with the north London outfit.
Waiting might be prudent
Jesus’ current wages are going to make for tricky negotiations for any club interested in his services. For all his talent, injuries are a real concern, and when available his form has been leaving a fair bit to be desired.
Ultimately, he will have to acquiesce to a pay cut come what may, but if he is to get a wage package close to the one he has right now, a free transfer may be Jesus’ best bet. With just one year remaining on his Arsenal deal, he could do a lot worse than seeing out his contract at the Emirates and try to attract suitors with the chances he gets to get on the pitch.
