Arsenal have confirmed that Gabriel Jesus has suffered a torn cruciate ligament Injury during the Gunners’ FA Cup defeat to Manchester United.
The striker was carried off the pitch in the first half of the defeat, sparking immediate concern in the Arsenal dugout as he was in considerable pain. Coach Mikel Arteta described the problem as a “big concern”.
Fears of a cruciate ligament injury soon emerged and Arsenal have now confirmed the devastating diagnosis.
“Gabriel Jesus was substituted during our game against Manchester United on Sunday and has undergone extensive examinations, scans and specialist assessments which have confirmed that he has sustained an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee,” a club statement said.
“Gabby will undergo surgery in the coming days and will soon begin his recovery and rehabilitation program.”
“We will continue to keep everyone updated on Gabby’s recovery, with everyone at the club fully focused on supporting Gabby to ensure he returns to full fitness as quickly as possible.”
Arsenal have not given a timeframe for Jesus’ return, but such injuries typically require a rehabilitation period of around nine months, meaning he will not return to action until towards the end of 2025.
Jesus’ injury could force Arsenal to hit the transfer market in January, but will also be a major blow to their reported plans to sell the Brazilian in the summer. Jesus is under contract with the club until 2027.