Arsenal are willing to use Gabriel Jesus in a swap deal to sign Dusan Vlahovic
With the year 2025 approaching, Arsenal are being linked to a growing number of strikers ahead of a seemingly inevitable takeover sometime next year. Ideally, Mikel Arteta I would prefer to get a main goalscorer in January, although it is fair to say that most quality options will only be available at the end of the season.
Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is among those the Gunners have been linked with. The Serbian international has a contract with the Bianconeri until June 2026 and could be sold next year if he does not renew, a condition that Juve has imposed on the player in an attempt to lower his salary.
Vlahovic is valued at Transfermarkt at £55 million although Arsenal are interested in reducing the price of a possible deal by offering Gabriel Jesus in an exchange, according to Transfers (h/t 90min). Juventus are said to be interested in the former. city of manchester shooter, who has failed at the Emirates Stadium due to his ongoing injury problems.
A perfect deal for Arsenal
Mikel Arteta has hired Kai Havertz as his striker more often than not, even if Gabriel Jesús has been available at his disposal. It's pretty clear that the Brazilian striker is not going to be part of Arsenal's long-term plans and leaving the club for greener pastures, particularly like Serie A, which is not as physical a league, would be good for his career.
Arsenal will also be able to get rid of a player without making additional efforts to sell him, while reducing their monetary expenditure on the signing of Dusan Vlahovic. Indeed, a swap deal seems a very attractive option for all parties involved and it now remains to be seen whether Jesus is willing to move to Turin, as well as what his assessment is moving forward.
