Overview
- Jesus, in interviews published Thursday on Rio Ferdinand Presents, said Bukayo Saka "sits at the same table" as Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo and Raphinha, praised his humility, and predicted he will be an Arsenal legend within a couple of years.
- He voiced strong belief that Arsenal will win the Premier League this season, citing the depth of the attack and his own experience of four titles from his Manchester City years.
- Jesus highlighted Gabriel Martinelli as one of Arsenal’s most talented players and recalled first spotting him during Brazil’s 2019 Copa América preparations, even as the winger’s minutes have fluctuated this season.
- Describing a leadership role inside the squad, Jesus said he keeps urging Eberechi Eze to demand the ball and target at least 20 on-ball touches per match to increase his influence.
- He credited Mikel Arteta with changing the team’s mentality, a message landing as Arsenal sit nine points clear of Manchester City with a game in hand for City and chase a first league title in 22 years.