Arsenal supervisor Mikel Arteta says Gabriel Jesus ought to return to motion “soon” after the Brazil ahead underwent knee surgical procedure that can sideline him from the beginning of the Premier League season. Jesus had the surgical procedure on Wednesday after experiencing discomfort in the identical space that was operated on when he suffered a severe knee harm on the World Cup final 12 months. Jesus spent three months on the sidelines earlier than recovering in time for the ultimate weeks of Arsenal’s failed bid to win the Premier League. Having been absent for Wednesday’s Emirates Cup pleasant in opposition to Monaco, Jesus will miss the beginning of the brand new season, together with Sunday’s Community Shield conflict with English champions Manchester City.

But Gunners boss Arteta is hopeful Jesus will play a serious half in his facet’s title problem.

“He’s obviously disappointed because he was feeling good and then this issue came up that nobody expected,” Arteta advised reporters on Friday.

“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 was an unused substitute in opposition to Monaco because of sickness, however Arteta confirmed the England ahead is “much better” and ought to be able to face City at Wembley.

All of Arsenal’s close-season signings are in competition to start out on Sunday, with Jurrien Timber, Declan Rice and Kai Havertz aiming to make an early affect.

Rice was additionally a goal for City earlier than becoming a member of Arsenal from West Ham, offering Arteta with proof his membership can compete with Pep Guardiola’s males on and off the pitch.

“The important thing now is that when we have a target that we have the resources that we need to bring that player in,” he stated.

“But as well that we can convince him and what we tell him excites him, that he feels inspired and he wants to be part of it. That is the feeling we are getting with every player I want to sign.”

Arsenal completed 5 factors behind City after squandering the eight-point lead they held at first of April.

It was a bitter blow for followers who had dreamt of Arsenal successful their first title since 2004.

Arteta hopes Rice could make the distinction this time as Arsenal look to finish City’s three-year reign as champions.

“His leadership skill is unquestionable and when you meet him and spend five minutes with him,” he stated.

“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.”

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