Arsenal star admits he ‘thinks about it every day’ amid exit speculation

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Gabriel Jesus has revealed he thinks about returning to his former club Palmeiras “every day”, opening the door to a potential summer exit from Arsenal following the club’s Premier League title success.

The Brazilian forward, who began his professional career at the São Paulo-based club, has consistently expressed his desire to return to Palmeiras before hanging up his boots. Unlike many players who consider such moves only in the twilight of their careers, Jesus has made clear his intention to rejoin his boyhood club while still capable of performing at the highest level.

Arsenal prepared to listen to offers

Despite remaining an important squad member, Jesus has not been a guaranteed starter in recent months. Arsenal are reportedly prepared to consider offers for the 29-year-old as part of their summer rebuild following their successful title campaign.

The Gunners are expected to refresh parts of their squad to maintain their position at the summit of English football. Jesus is viewed as one of the players who could depart to create space for new attacking additions ahead of next season.

Brazilian’s emotional connection remains strong

While Jesus is likely to attract interest from clubs across Europe, his latest comments suggest a move back to Brazil remains his preferred long-term destination.

According to ESPN, the forward admitted that a return to Palmeiras remains firmly on his mind and acknowledged his strong emotional connection with the club where his professional journey began.

“I think about it every day, I keep an eye on them,” Jesus said. “It’s my dream, I’ve already made it clear that one day I’ll return, I just don’t know when, whether it’s today or tomorrow, so, yes, I think about it every day.”

The timing of any potential move remains uncertain, but Jesus’s comments will likely alert Palmeiras to his availability should Arsenal decide to cash in during the upcoming transfer window.

Arsenal are expected to evaluate several changes within the squad this summer as they prepare to defend their Premier League title and continue competing for major honours in Europe. The club’s willingness to consider Jesus’s departure suggests they are confident in their ability to secure adequate replacements in the attacking third.