Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus: Why Milan are right to make initial contact

Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus: Why Milan are right to make initial contact

Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus seems increasingly inclined towards departing the Gunners in the summer, with Serie A side Milan circling the striker.

Calciomercato IT report about the Brazilian’s situation, making the Rossoneri’s liking for the striker clear. They go a step further and also reveal initial contact between Milan and Jesus’ entourage over a summer deal.

It is believed Max Allegri’s were interested in the Brazil international even in January. At that point, Arsenal wanted between €30 million and €35 million to let him depart permanently. This was too much for Milan at that stage of the season but a discount in the summer is very much possible.

It is believed the London side would be happy with around €20 million and bonuses, which is a positive for Allegri’s side.

This move isn’t a surprise because Jesus and Allegri himself now share the same agent. It will also only help in a permanent deal and in seeking possible discounts, especially if the Italian is keen on a deal.

Even otherwise, Jesus would be quite a fit for Milan. While he recently dealt with serious knee problems, those seem to be past him and even after his return, Jesus has two Premier League. He also found a brace at the San Siro against Inter in the Champions League, showing how he can still hold the line well.

Milan’s attack, generally, has struggled this season. Niclas Fullkrug is expected to leave in the summer and return to West Ham. Speculation around has also grown, with ’s situation also in doubt.