Gabriel Jesus homecoming? Flamengo eye audacious loan for Arsenal striker despite ACL injury as Viktor Gyokeres pushes him down Gunners pecking order

According to reports by RTI Esporte, Flamengo have made initial contact with Jesus and are exploring a possible transfer for the 28-year-old striker, who has reportedly given the 'green light' to a move. An initial loan move would be proposed by the Brazilian giants, with 50% of Jesus' wages covered by them and 50% by Arsenal.

Jesus is currently out with an ACL injury sustained in January, but he will be aware that his place on the side will be impacted by the arrival of Viktor Gyokeres to the Emirates. Injury-prone Jesus may also be behind Kai Havertz in the pecking order and may find his minutes limited in what will be an important year ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Jesus began his professional career with Palmeiras, who had previously enquired about a return for their former star. His emotional ties with Palmeiras may provide a stumbling block in a move to Flamengo, as reported by Sport Witness.

Jesus is still in the midst of recovering from his ACL injury, but he must also make a decision about his future before the opportunity to seek first-team football back in Brazil goes away. He will need to decide whether this is the right move for his family and for his career, while negotiations between Flamengo and Arsenal look set to continue.