Overview
- Jesus is back in full first-team training, with Arsenal releasing footage on November 6 confirming his on‑pitch return after a January ACL tear.
- Sky Sports’ Rob Dorsett reported that Mikel Arteta will not sanction a January transfer, keeping Jesus in the squad despite renewed striker competition.
- Arsenal are exploring a behind-closed-doors friendly at their training base during the international break to build his match fitness, according to the Mirror.
- Reporting suggests a fitness target around early December, with a potential first start in the Carabao Cup on December 23 against Crystal Palace not yet confirmed.
- Interest from Premier League and Brazilian clubs has been noted, but Arsenal view his availability as important during a heavy schedule and with other forwards managing injuries.