Gabriel Jesus is likely to return to the pitch soon after undergoing knee surgery, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta revealed on Friday. The forward faced irritation after a previous operation to treat an injury sustained during the World Cup. Jesus had to sit out for three months during last season while recovering.##NAJAVA_MECA_7410250##The former Manchester City goalscorer will not be able to play in the forthcoming matches, including the Community Shield game against his former club, Arteta said. Jesus was also unable to participate in the Emirates Cup match against Monaco.”Gabriel Jesus is fine. He’s disappointed because he was feeling good and then this issue came up that nobody expected. We had to do a little procedure there, but unfortunately, it was the best thing to do and the quicker, the better. We made that decision. I’m sure he will be back soon and very fit.”Bukayo Saka could not play in the Monaco game due to illness, but Arteta has confirmed that he is now available to play against City. All of Arsenal’s recent signings are in contention to start on Sunday, with Jurrien Timber, Declan Rice and Kai Havertz aiming to make an early impact.The Gaffer 🔴⚪ Mikel Arteta is still in his prime who dey check pic.twitter.com/c037H9WHbt— Adeola oyewole (@adeex01) July 28, 2023 Arteta believes that the decision of the English midfielder to join Arsenal instead of their rivals, City, shows that the Gunners can compete with the champions both on and off the pitch”The important thing now is that when we have a target, we have the resources to bring that player in. His leadership skill is unquestionable, and when you meet him and spend five minutes with him. You already get the feeling and impression that he will help so much, the dressing room and approach that we want to take in games.”COMMUNITY SHIELDSunday18.00: (1.80) Man.City (3.70) Arsenal (5.00)***odds are subject to change
