Arsenal's pursuit of Brazilian striker, Gabriel Jesus, has hit a snag after their opening bid was rejected by Manchester City. The Gunners are keen to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season and have identified Jesus as their top target.
According to reports, Arsenal submitted an initial bid of around £30 million for the 25-year-old striker, but Manchester City have deemed the offer insufficient. The Citizens are believed to be holding out for a fee in excess of £50 million, which could prove to be a stumbling block for Arsenal.
Jesus has been a key player for Manchester City since joining the club from Palmeiras in 2017. He has scored 95 goals in 236 appearances for the Citizens, helping the team win numerous honors, including four Premier League titles.
Despite his impressive record, Jesus has found himself down the pecking order at Manchester City, with Erling Haaland's arrival last summer pushing him further down the striking options. This has led to speculation that Jesus could be on his way out of the Etihad Stadium, with Arsenal emerging as one of the frontrunners for his signature.
Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, is a known admirer of Jesus and believes the Brazilian would be a fantastic addition to his squad. The Gunners are expected to return with an improved bid for Jesus, but it remains to be seen whether they will be able to meet Manchester City's valuation.
The rejection of Arsenal's opening bid has sparked a flurry of activity in the transfer market, with several other clubs believed to be monitoring Jesus' situation. Napoli and Juventus are reportedly interested in signing the Brazilian, while Chelsea are also thought to be in the running.
As the transfer saga unfolds, one thing is certain - Gabriel Jesus' future will be one of the most closely watched storylines of the summer. Will Arsenal be able to persuade Manchester City to part with their prized striker, or will another club swoop in to sign him? Only time will tell.
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