Sat Dec 13 21:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Arsenal Boss Arteta Dismisses Jesus Exit Rumors, Provides Injury Updates Ahead of Wolves Clash
London, UK – Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has firmly quashed speculation surrounding Gabriel Jesus’s potential departure in the January transfer window, stating the Brazilian striker is vital to the team, especially given their current injury situation. The news comes as Jesus recently returned from an 11-month layoff due to a knee injury, making a substitute appearance in Arsenal’s 3-0 Champions League victory over Club Brugge.
“No, I don’t consider that, and especially with the situation we have right now,” Arteta said when questioned about the possibility of letting Jesus leave. He emphasized Jesus’s commitment and value to the team, adding, “Gabby has a lot to offer to the team and he is proving that straight away in the first minutes that he was available to play.”
Arteta also provided updates on the squad’s injury situation ahead of their Premier League match against bottom-of-the-table Wolves. He remained tight-lipped, stating that Declan Rice, Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, and Leandro Trossard will all be assessed before a decision is made on their availability for Saturday’s game.
Despite Wolves’ current position at the bottom of the table, Arteta warned against complacency, emphasizing the need for Arsenal to be prepared for a strong reaction from their opponents. “By understanding that a team in that position has to react and show their teeth. That’s a dangerous thing in this league and when every team has the quality they have. So [being complacent] is not going to happen.”
Arsenal fans will be eager to see the team back in action as they look to maintain their strong start to the season. The match against Wolves will be a crucial opportunity to secure three points and continue their push towards the top of the Premier League table.
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