Arteta Shocked by Gabriel Jesus' Injury News

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal's head coach, has confirmed that Gabriel Jesus has sustained a serious knee injury, describing the situation as deeply concerning for the team. Speaking ahead of the North London Derby against Tottenham, Arteta admitted, "The injury looks severe, and we are very worried." Reports indicate that Jesus has suffered a cruciate ligament injury.

When asked about potential reinforcements in light of Jesus' absence, Arteta said, "We are actively monitoring the market to strengthen the squad. It's naive not to consider options given the circumstances." He added that a search for a new striker is underway but emphasized improving quality across multiple positions.

Discussing other injury updates, Arteta mentioned that Jorginho and Jurrien Timber are recovering well, with only minor muscle strains from the match against Manchester United. Meanwhile, Ricardo Calafiori requires an additional day or two of recovery, subject to medical review.

The coach also reflected on the team’s recent home defeat, ending a long-standing winning streak. "It was a painful loss, but the streak gave us immense confidence," Arteta remarked.

Looking ahead to the derby, Arteta highlighted the significance of the match, calling it "the best game of the season to play and watch," due to its intensity and importance to the fans.