armory Forward Gabriel Jesus is once again talking up a return to Palmeiras - and at this point, it's starting to feel like a weekly episode.
The 28-year-old has been consistently linked with a summer exit. Reports point to Italy, with AC Milan interested, while Brazil remains an emotional option in the background.
At the same time, Gabriel Jesus has made it clear more than once that his priority is to renew with Arsenal. If it doesn't happen then he wants live in europeIdeally in the Premier League.
And yet, here we are again.
This season has not been straightforward. Gabriel Jesus has played 21 matches, starting seven of them, scoring five goals and adding one assist. Injuries have once again limited his impact.
Nevertheless, when available, he has been useful to Mikel Arteta. This keeps him relevant in the team even without the guarantee of a starting role.
Now, his latest comments add another layer to an already confusing picture.
Gabriel Jesus keeps Palmeiras' dream alive
talking to globo esporteGabriel Jesus once again opened the door for a return to Palmeiras - and did so with great enthusiasm.
"My main focus today is still on Arsenal, making things happen here, helping the coach as he needs. Then, obviously, when the season ends, we start thinking"He said.
"My desire is to return to Palmeiras one day and win more titles. I have already felt what it's like to win there. That's still in me, it's a very strong desire."
He also revealed that he has had several long talks with Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira during his return to the club.
"When I went to train in Palmeiras I had the opportunity to talk with him two or three times for more than an hour. We always talked good about football and life."
All very hot. Everything is very open. All very... recurring.
No offer - at least not yet
However, there was actually a new detail. This time, Gabriel Jesus admitted that Palmeiras has not yet taken any steps to bring him back.
"Of course, I have to get an offer from Palmeiras as well. But my relationship with them has always been very good and always will be. I am very grateful to them."
Although the emotional connection is strong, no concrete steps have been taken from Brazil at this stage. And it feels like he's begging for it.
trying to balance everything
At this stage, Gabriel Jesus is managing to keep every possible door open.
he talks Renewal with Arsenal. he talks living in europe. he talks return to palmeras. Sometimes all within the same week.
No one paid any attention to that. Frustration is growing among Palmeiras fans in Brazil. Some people believe that he is too dependent on the emotional connection without showing any real intention of returning in the short term.
Meanwhile, Arsenal fans are left staring at a player who contributes when fit, but regularly brings to mind the thought of leaving.
In the end, he's managing to annoy two fans at once.
what happens next
Gabriel Jesus has not taken any definite decision. But unless Arsenal make a move on a renewal, or a concrete offer comes from Europe, the comments are likely to continue.
At the moment, there has been no offer from Palmeiras yet. There has been no final call from Arsenal either.
Once again, Gabriel Jesus is talking about Palmeiras - and keeping everyone guessing.
