Napoli explores transfer for Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus valued at £17m

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Napoli explores transfer for Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus valued at £17m
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Napoli is considering a move for Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus, who is valued at £17m. The 29-year-old Brazilian was Arsenal's third-choice striker last season, managing limited playing time. With his contract expiring next summer and Arsenal already fielding interest from other clubs, they appear willing to sell him during this transfer window. Jesus, who may need to accept a salary reduction to join Napoli, has yet to initiate formal negotiations. Napoli seeks an experienced striker to bolster their lineup amid potential departures.

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  • •Jesus played only 421 minutes in the Premier League last season.
  • •Arsenal's striking options include Viktor Gyokeres and Kai Havertz.
  • •Jesus may face a salary cut from £265,000 to around £182,000 per week.
  • •Potential departures from Napoli could increase demand for a forward.
Latest Updates
  • 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Napoli want Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal, but have two big problems
  • 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Gabriel Jesus agent provides update on his future amidst Napoli interest
  • 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus’ agent reveals Napoli move very difficult
  • 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal in talks with Napoli over striker exit
  • 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Why Napoli cannot sign Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus on loan this summer
  • 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Napoli keen on signing experienced Arsenal man
  • 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal set £17m+ asking price for Napoli target
  • 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Napoli interested in signing Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus, Gunners value him at £17m
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Napoli and Arsenal have discussed the possibility of a deal for Gabriel Jesus, confirms Fabrizio Romano, but as always it depends on sales first and then personal terms.It is not new that the Partenop...

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Gabriel Jesus is attracting interest from Napoli as Arsenal prepare for his departure during this transfer window after he struggled for regular game time in the second half of last season.With Viktor...

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Gabriel Jesus has approved a potential move to Napoli, and the Serie A club are holding talks with Arsenal over a potential deal.Photo by Evan Treacy/Getty ImagesReports broke last week that Napoli ar...

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