Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that forward Gabriel Jesus has sustained a groin injury. Speaking to @JamesOlley, Arteta stated, “Unfortunately he felt something in his groin. We need to assess him, we need an MRI scan to see.” The results of the scan will determine whether Jesus will be sidelined for days or weeks.
Recent Developments
This injury comes amidst a series of updates from Arteta regarding the team’s status:
- On 24 August, Arteta dismissed speculation about signing a new striker for Arsenal.
- On 23 August, he denied any interest in acquiring Raheem Sterling.
- Contract talks are set to follow the transfer window, as confirmed by Arteta on 23 August.
- Defender Takehiro Tomiyasu was confirmed to be out for weeks due to an injury on 11 August.
- Arteta highlighted Gabriel Jesus’ transformation on 7 August.
The club is now awaiting the MRI results to determine the extent of Jesus’ injury and his potential recovery timeline.