Arsenal have confirmed that Gabriel Jesus will miss the remainder of the season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in Sunday’s FA Cup defeat against Manchester United. Mikel Arteta has been dealt another cruel attacking blow, which should force Arsenal into action in the January transfer window.

The Gunners were already without Bukayo Saka and Ethan Nwaneri for an extended period. Now, misfiring striker Kai Havertz is Arteta’s only such option.

Jesus started against United at the Emirates Stadium but was stretchered off after 41 minutes in discomfort after tangling together with Bruno Fernandes.

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