Arsenal: Mikel Arteta explains why Gabriel Jesus required second operation on knee injury

Mark Mann-Bryans4 August 2023

Mikel Arteta is confident Gabriel Jesus will not miss much of the new season as he offered a positive early prognosis on the Arsenal forward's knee surgery.

The Brazil international went under the knife on Wednesday after experiencing irritation following a more serious operation to treat an injury suffered at the World Cup.

Jesus spent three months on the sidelines recovering during last season as the Gunners ultimately fell short in their Premier League title tilt.

Having been absent for Wednesday night's Emirates Cup clash with Monaco, Jesus will also miss the start of the new campaign - including Sunday's Community Shield clash with former club Manchester City.

Speaking ahead of the game at Wembley, Arteta said when asked for an update: “He's fine.

“He's obviously disappointed because he was feeling good and then this issue came up that nobody expected.

“We had to do a little procedure there but unfortunately it was the best thing to do and the quicker the better. We made that decision. I'm sure he will be back soon and very fit.”

Bukayo Saka was an unused substitute against Monaco due to illness but Arteta confirmed he is available to face City.

“Bukayo is much better, he trained today. I don't expect anybody else to not play,” he added.

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