So, guess what? Gabriel Jesus is on the radar of Palmeiras for a potential emotional transfer back to his former club! The 28-year-old Arsenal striker has recently returned to training after dealing with an anterior cruciate ligament injury. The Palmeiras president, Leila Pereira, has openly expressed her desire to bring Jesus back to the Allianz Parque in São Paulo during the upcoming January transfer window.
Jesus made a name for himself as one of South America’s most promising talents during his time at Palmeiras. He was snatched up by Manchester City for a hefty price tag of £27million plus add-ons when he was just 19 years old. Now, Pereira is determined to see him back in the green and white stripes of Palmeiras.
Despite his injury setback, Jesus has been making progress in his recovery. He suffered the ACL injury during a match against Manchester United in the FA Cup third round at the beginning of 2025. The Brazilian forward had been in fine form, scoring three goals in his last four Premier League games. He even managed to bag a hat-trick against Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals before his injury.
In the midst of his rehabilitation, Jesus has been working hard to get back on the pitch. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hinted that the striker may not be fit for selection until January. Arteta mentioned in a recent press conference that Jesus underwent major surgery and needed ample time to recover. However, he remains hopeful that Jesus could make an early return to action.
Looking ahead, Jesus has expressed his desire to win the Premier League with Arsenal. The Brazilian had already tasted success in England with Manchester City, winning the league title four times before joining Arsenal. He is eager to help the Gunners reclaim their former glory and bring more silverware to the Emirates Stadium.
All in all, it seems like Gabriel Jesus has a challenging road ahead as he works towards full fitness and aims to make a triumphant return to the pitch. Whether he will make the move back to Palmeiras or continue his journey with Arsenal remains to be seen. But one thing’s for sure – fans will be eagerly awaiting his comeback and cheering him on every step of the way.
