Former Arsenal player Paul Merson has given a brutal assessment of striker Gabriel Jesus' goal record amid a tough run of form for the side. The Brazilian has gone eight appearances without finding the back of the net, despite making an ideal start to life in North London early on.
While it has been a tough time for the 25-year-old in terms of getting on the scoresheet, he has still contributed to the team with assists as well as his all-round play that includes quality on and off the ball. Manager Mikel Arteta has continued to back the striker, having authorised the £45million switch in the summer.
"That's going to change [his bad luck]," The Spaniard told reporters on Thursday. "He's getting the situations, he's getting the chances, he's contributing to the team an awful lot, he's helping to win matches, the way he competes for every ball in every single action is incredible.
