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Anita Abayomi

Gabriel Jesus could be Chelsea's answer to Timo Werner in light of Thomas Tuchel's transfer hunt

Arsenal are on the hunt for their new number 9. After negotiations with Dusan Vlahovic fell through in January, Mikel Arteta is looking to fill the void left by Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang. Alexandre Lacazette has also hinted at moving away from North London as he misses Champions League football.

The latest reports suggest that Arsenal could be close to signing Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus. Following City's triumph against Real Madrid last night, I would think that Chelsea should play a part in blocking such a move. It's an unpopular opinion but hear me out.

I hate to break it to you, but Thomas Tuchel will need a new forward to cultivate as rumours suggest the exit of Timo Werner and Romelu Lukaku. Not only is Gabriel Jesus a versatile player who could adapt well to Tuchel's football, but snatching him from our rivals would make a delicious story.

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