Arsenal might sell Gabriel Jesus in the next transfer window. They may take a loss of about £15 million. This move is part of a new plan under their sporting director, Andrea Berta, say insiders.
Who Is Gabriel Jesus, and Why Is His Price Dropping? Arsenal Business
Jesus joined Arsenal from Manchester City in the summer of 2022. The club paid about £45 million.
Since then, he has battled injuries and has not always been a starter. He has struggled to play consistently. When he is fit, there has been expectation that he would lead Arsenal’s attack. But that has often not happened.
In January 2025, he suffered a serious ACL injury. He has spent much time recovering.
What Is the Club’s Asking Price?
Arsenal wants £30 million for Jesus. That is £15 million less than they paid. So the club is ready to accept a big loss.
The valuation reflects his injury record and his reduced role. Sources say that Arsenal believe this is realistic.
Everton has been mentioned as one possible buyer. But there are questions about whether they can meet his wage demands.
Andrea Berta’s Role
Andrea Berta is Arsenal’s sporting director. He joined the club recently. His role is to restructure the squad. That includes deciding who stays and who should go.
Under Berta, Arsenal spent heavily in summer, signing players like Viktor Gyokeres. At the same time, the club is thinking hard about trimming its wage bill and improving consistency among starters.
Jesus appears to be one of the players under review. With his injury history and inconsistency, he may not be part of Arsenal’s long-term forward line.
Why This Makes Sense (and Why It’s Hard)
There are reasons why this plan makes sense:
1. Wages: Jesus is paid well. If he is out injured or not starting, that is expensive for Arsenal.
2. Competition: Arsenal has brought in new forwards, like Gyokeres. Also, Kai Havertz can play up front. These signings reduce Jesus’s chances.
3. Squad balance: Berta seems to want a squad with more reliability, fewer injury risks, and stronger outputs per game. Selling a player who is often unavailable helps in that plan.
But the Plan has Difficulties:
Jesus is recovering from hip‐to‐toe surgery or a long ACL injury. Clubs may be wary of buying someone not fully fit.
Potential buyers will factor in his medical history. That may lower what they want to pay.
Even if Arsenal prices him at £30m, someone must agree to the wage demands. For many clubs that is a large risk.
Mixed Signals: What the Manager Says
Mikel Arteta, the manager, has given mixed messages. He has publicly said he does not want to sell Jesus.
But insiders say that the club is still open to offers, especially in the January window. They want to see what the market does. If a good deal comes, they may go ahead.
What Could Happen Next?
Sale in January: Arsenal might sell him during the January transfer window if they get an offer around their valuation.
Loan deal: If no club wants to commit permanently given his injury, a loan could be possible. That might reduce risk for both parties.
Stay and fight: If no suitable offer arrives, Jesus could stay, try to get fit, regain his place and then possibly move later.
Replacement signed: Arsenal appears to have striker targets. If they secure a new forward, the case for letting Jesus go may grow.
Author’s Insight
Gabriel Jesus’s time at Arsenal seems to be at a turning point. On one side, he has talent and experience. On the other side, injuries and competition have reduced his impact. With Andrea Berta in charge, Arsenal seems willing to make tough choices.
A sale at a £15m loss is not ideal. But it may free up money, reduce wages, and allow the club to bring in a forward who can play more, score more and stay fit more. For Arsenal, the long-term gain may outweigh the short-term pain.
