Arsenal have seen their opening bid rejected for Botafogo star Igor Jesus, according to a Brazilian newspaper. RTI Sport.
The Gunners are said to be in the market for a temporary solution to their attack amid an injury crisis, with key striker Bukayo Saka sidelined for several weeks due to a hamstring injury suffered against Crystal Palace last week. The situation was further complicated by Raheem Sterling's knee injury.
They have been linked to several attackers Including Wolves star Matheus CunhaAlexander Isak, Newcastle player, and Benjamin Sisko, Leipzig player.
While the likes of Isak may not be available before the end of the season, the club have made a move to secure an immediate reinforcement.
Arsenal see Igor Jesus' first offer rejected
According to the Brazilian outlet, Arsenal have had their loan offer rejected for the 23-year-old who has scored 8 goals and assisted 5 others in 31 games this season, continuing his form from Shabab Al Ahly where he has scored 43 goals and provided 20 assists across all competitions. (Transfer market)
According to the report, the club is not willing to loan him out but would be open for permanent sale. He has 100 million euros on his contract, but 20 million euros could be enough to sign him this month.
Meanwhile report from TEAMtalk The Gunners are claimed to be among the clubs to have shown an interest in signing Brighton's Evan Ferguson on loan as well, but any loan deal would come with an option/commitment to sign permanently.
However, they will face stiff competition for Ferguson, with several Premier League clubs keen to sign him.
while Issac remains a dream goalMoving this month is impossible. But they may need to bolster their attack if they are to continue giving Liverpool a chance at the title.
The results of the weekend saw both Arsenal and Liverpool draw their matches, keeping the current difference between them at 6 points. While Liverpool have a game in hand, there is still a long way to go, and the title is still not out of Arteta's reach.
