Arsenal legend, Alan Smith, has suggested that Gabriel Jesus should leave the club this summer.
The 28-year-old forward has netted 26 goals in 96 appearances across all competitions, but his tenure at the Gunners has been heavily impacted by injuries.
Last season, a severe injury cut short his campaign during an FA Cup match against Manchester United.
Smith now feels the time is right for Arsenal to move on from Jesus, particularly with the high-profile signing of former Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres.
Speaking to Metro (via Mirror), Smith said, “I think somebody like Gabriel Jesus might go given his track record with injuries.
“He might be one that you say, thanks, and try and move him on, get a bit of money in. Obviously, with Viktor Gyokeres and Kai Havertz, there might not be too many opportunities for him this season.”
While Smith believes parting ways with Jesus could be the sensible move, he insists Mikel Arteta should hold on to wingers Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli amid reported interest in players like Eberechi Eze and Rodrygo.
“Leandro Trossard because he’s a versatile player who’s done well and scored important goals. I don’t think you’d want to lose him. And the same with Martinelli actually,.he didn’t have the best of seasons, but I think you definitely want to keep him.”
Jesus himself addressed his future at Arsenal in January, emphasizing his determination to become the club’s leading striker.
He stated, “I keep working and everyone at the club can tell how I work every day, not just me but everyone. I don’t give up and it is not easy to play for a big club like Arsenal. Now I can score and I am very happy, I want to keep scoring to help the team.”
