Merson while speaking on Sky Sports said the return to fitness of Jesus will create a selection problem for the Gunners gaffer, Arteta.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Pundit and Arsenal legend, Paul Merson has suggested that Gabriel Jesus’ return from injury is likely to cause selection problems at the north London club.
The Brazil international made his return to Mikel Arteta’s squad during the 3-0 defeat of Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday.
Jesus has been unavailable for the Gunners since picking up a knee injury during the Qatar World Cup in December and had to undergo surgery.
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In his absence, Eddie Nketiah has started upfront for Arsenal, while Leandro Trossard who arrived from Brighton in January has also played as the main striker while the Brazilian was away.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Merson said the return to fitness of Jesus will create selection headaches for the Gunners gaffer, Mikel Arteta.
He said: “Gabriel Jesus coming back is a bit of a problem for Arsenal because the lad will want to play – he didn’t sign to be a bit-part player like he was at Man City.
“It will cause problems in time but at the moment it’s like another signing.”
Arsenal are currently 5 points clear at the top of the Premier League, having gathered 66 points in 27 games.
They welcome Sporting Lisbon to the Emirates Stadium on Thursday for the second leg of their round of 16 Europa League tie