Arsenal have officially confirmed that Gabriel Jesus suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during their FA Cup defeat to Manchester United. The Brazilian striker was stretchered off in the first half of the game, sparking immediate concern among the Arsenal staff and fans.
Diagnosis and Surgery
The club released a statement detailing the extent of the injury:
“Further to being substituted during our match with Manchester United on Sunday, Gabriel Jesus has received extensive assessments, scans, and specialist reviews which have confirmed that he has sustained an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.
“Gabby will undergo surgery in the coming days and will soon begin his recovery and rehabilitation program.
“We will continue to keep everyone updated with Gabby’s recovery, with everyone at the club fully focused on supporting Gabby to ensure he is back to full fitness as soon as possible.”
Expected Recovery Time
While Arsenal have not provided a specific timeline for Jesus’ return, ACL injuries typically require around nine months of recovery and rehabilitation. This means the striker is unlikely to feature again until the latter stages of 2025, dealing a significant blow to Arsenal’s attacking options.
Impact on Arsenal’s Plans
Jesus’ injury could force Arsenal to reassess their January transfer window strategy, potentially prompting the club to seek reinforcements in the striker position. The injury also complicates reported plans to sell the Brazilian in the summer, as his long-term absence diminishes his market value and availability.
Contract Status
Gabriel Jesus remains under contract with Arsenal until 2027, and the club is expected to support his recovery fully while exploring options to strengthen the squad in his absence.
This injury represents a significant setback for both the player and the team as Arsenal navigate a demanding season across multiple competitions.
