Everton have been exploring the possibility of signing an Arsenal star this summer, according to journalist Gianluigi Longari, as they ramp up efforts to improve their forward lines.
The Toffees have been hard at work to land some new options for David Moyes, with Hayden Hackney set to join from Middlesbrough in a deal worth up to £25 million.
While he will improve the midfield, he is likely to be joined by Tyrique George, who is set to make his loan move from Chelsea permanent after the club agreed a fee below his original buyout clause in his deal.
Further additions could now follow up front, with Gabriel Jesus the latest to be linked with a move to Everton.
Everton Explore Gabriel Jesus Transfer
Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus reacts vs Club Brugge
According to journalist Gianluigi Longari, Everton are now exploring a move for Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus as the next option to bolster the squad's forward options.
The Brazilian striker has entered the final 12 months under contract at the Emirates Stadium, and could leave this summer, if clubs match the asking price set by the Gunners.
It's claimed that the Toffees are only looking into a deal as things stand, and it's unclear whether that will result in a firm bid made for the serial winner.
Jesus was a transformative signing for Arsenal when he made the switch from Manchester City, reflected in his £265,000-a-week wages that made him one of the top earners at the club.
The versatile star largely played as a centre-forward and added a mixture of skill and physicality that had been lacking from the team up to that point.
Arsenal quickly became title challengers, and while they finally got a bid over the line last season, Jesus has seen his influence slowly dwindle over time.
That has mainly been due to injury issues and a general decline in form that has stemmed from it. Now, he could leave Arsenal, with Everton hopeful he could have the same impact on them if he does move to Merseyside.
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Gabriel Jesus Is A Risky Transfer Prospect
Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus during Club Brugge v Arsenal
While Gabriel Jesus could offer plenty of quality, there is a real risk that comes with such a transfer for Everton heading into this summer's market.
The forward has consistently struggled with injury issues, meaning his impact will need to be greater in the moments that he will be available for.
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So far, the signs at Arsenal have shown little to suggest he could do that. Add onto that the fact that he is nearing the latter end of his peak years, and may ask for strong wages, and it creates a nightmare situation for a club like Everton if the move doesn't work out.
Switching to young talent for the future may bring a greater deal of promise as well as upward mobility in the league. It remains to be seen whether the club will go ahead with a deal for Jesus, but it could prove a risky one.