Arsenal to Offload Gabriel Jesus as Gunners Pursue Julian Alvarez Transfer

Gabriel Jesus is set to leave Arsenal as the Gunners pursue a transfer for Julian Alvarez. The 26-year-old Argentine striker has been linked with a move to Barcelona, but Arsenal are also in the running to sign him.

What happened?

Alvarez has expressed a desire to take on a new challenge after two years in the Spanish capital, and Arsenal are prepared to let Jesus leave their attacking unit. The Gunners have been searching for a new striker to replace Jesus, and Alvarez is seen as a top target.

Why it matters for Gabriel Jesus

Jesus has been with Arsenal for several years, helping the team win the Premier League title. However, he is now set to depart Emirates Stadium, and it remains to be seen where he will end up next. Jesus will depart having helped to bring the Premier League title back to north London.

What comes next?

Arsenal are yet to find a buyer for Jesus, but he is said to have suitors in Europe and South America. The Gunners are considering several options, including Bournemouth star Junior Kroupi, who netted 13 times for the Cherries last season. The summer transfer window will remain open until September 1, giving Arsenal time to settle on a top target, negotiate a deal, and welcome fresh faces on board.

Alvarez would be an elaborate purchase, which may lead to Arteta and Co turning their attention towards the likes of Kroupi. The 26-year-old Argentine striker has been linked with a move to Barcelona, but Arsenal are also in the running to sign him. Alvarez is said to have expressed a desire to take on a new challenge after two years in the Spanish capital.

Arsenal do have cash to splash and can see obvious benefits to bringing Alvarez on board. He is Premier League proven, having previously registered 36 goals across a couple of campaigns at Manchester City - forming part of their Treble-winning squad in 2022-23. It has been suggested that Atletico will demand €150 million (£127m/$172m) in any deal involving Alvarez, as they are understandably reluctant to part with a prized asset that still has four years left to run on his contract.

Those terms would represent a British record transfer deal. Arsenal must decide whether it is worth investing so much faith in one individual. They are, however, prepared to let Jesus leave an attacking unit that also includes Swedish No.9 Viktor Gyokeres and German frontman Kai Havertz. Quizzed on whether he expects movement in the striking department this summer, Arsenal 'Invincible' Aliadiere told GOAL, "He probably wants to move on and get more game time as well, which is understandable. And that will definitely leave space for a striker to come.

"I know Gyokeres has had a successful season, but obviously he's going to need someone else that maybe can play there. I know Havertz can play there. And Mikel loves to play Havertz up there as well in big games. But, for me, if you tell me Alvarez is happy to come to Arsenal, I'll have him tomorrow. I think he's an amazing player and we saw it against England again [at the World Cup]. He's running for himself and for Messi. He does the pressing on his own. And that's the type of player I think I want to see at Arsenal."

What's next for Gabriel Jesus?

Jesus will depart Emirates Stadium having helped to bring the Premier League title back to north London. An upgrade is now required, with the Gunners considering several options. Alvarez would be an elaborate purchase, which may lead to Arteta and Co turning their attention towards the likes of Kroupi.

Arsenal are yet to find a buyer for Jesus, but he is said to have suitors in Europe and South America. The Gunners are considering several options, including Bournemouth star Junior Kroupi, who netted 13 times for the Cherries last season. The summer transfer window will remain open until September 1, giving Arsenal time to settle on a top target, negotiate a deal, and welcome fresh faces on board.

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