Arsenal are reportedly plotting a move for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic with a swap deal for Gabriel Jesus.
Jesus has struggled to get consistent minutes so far this season as Mikel Arteta has preferred Kai Havertz up front who’s put in strong performances compared to Jesus.
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The former Manchester City striker has made 13 Premier League appearances this season but is yet to score a goal for the Gunners.
He has struggled both for form and to stay fit since joining from City for £45m in 2022. So, the Gunners are reportedly considering his sale.
According to Fichajes via Caught Offside, Arsenal are ready to offer Jesus as part of a deal to sign Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic.
The Gunners have been linked to Vlahovic for several months now as the Serbian international has impressed in the Serie A this season.
He has scored seven goals in 14 matches for the Old Lady so far this season and has become one of Arsenal’s higher priority striker targets over a possible January transfer.
The Gunners are in need of a number nine as they try to overcome Liverpool and Chelsea in the Premier League title race.
Gabriel Jesus’ struggles with Arsenal
The Brazil international has struggled to find form ever since he came to the Emirates in summer 2023, however, this season seems to be worse than ever for the 27-year-old.
Since signing, Jesus has made 89 appearances for Arsenal, scoring 20 goals, a number that is simply not good enough for a team that want to win the league this year.
Kai Havertz has been at the Emirates for one less season than Jesus, but despite that, his record is far better. The German has scored 24 goals in 74 games.
Arsenal’s rivals also keen to sign Vlahovic
The Gunners may face competition to sign Dusan Vlahovic as Manchester United are also reportedly keen according to recent reports.
The 24-year-old could cost around £58m, meaning that Arsenal would need to add significant value should they want to swap Gabriel Jesus.
According to TransferMarkt, Jesus’ market value is £37m, Juventus could demand £20m or more on top of a potential swap deal.