GABRIEL JESUS is expected to fly out to Portugal for the Gunners' midweek Europa League clash against Sporting Lisbon.
The Brazilian has not featured for the league leaders since November 12 after suffering a knee injury at the Qatar World Cup that required surgery.
Meanwhile, Arsenal's hero at the weekend, Reiss Nelson, is attracting interest from fellow Premier League side Brighton, while French side Nice also hold an interest.
The 23-year-old's current contract is set to expire at the end of the season, although Nelson has made it clear he would like to stay at the Emirates.
Elsewhere, the Gunners are currently leading Man United in the race for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.
The 24-year-old has 21 goals in all competitions, with his side top of Serie A.
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Fabregas and Wilshere reunite
Ex-Arsenal pals Cesc Fabregas and Jack Wilshere reunited to coach the Gunners' U18s but fans aren't happy.
Wilshere, 31, and Fabregas, 35, played together at the Emirates between 2008 and 2011 before the Spaniard left for boyhood club Barcelona.
And Fabregas has been snapped alongside Arsenal U18s coach Wilshere donning Gunners gear.
But Gunners fans are not too keen on Fabregas' presence.
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More on Jesus return
Arteta will not take any risks with Jesus in their last 16 first leg away to Sporting – instead using the trip to Lisbon as a chance to re-integrate his star striker further in training sessions.
It is also unlikely Jesus will be in the match day squad to face Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday.
If all goes well, Arsenal potentially see the first game back from the international break as a chance to use him from the bench – the home outing against Leeds on April 1.
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Jesus expected to fly out for Sporting Lisbon clash
Gabriel Jesus is expected to travel to Portugal with the Arsenal squad for their Europa League clash with Sporting Lisbon.
However, it is very unlikely the Brazilian striker will be involved as he continues his recovery – with his comeback set for after the international break.
Jesus, 25, has not featured for the Gunners since November 12 after suffering a knee injury at the Qatar World Cup that required surgery.
Arsenal have relied heavily on Eddie Nketiah in his absence, but boss Mikel Arteta could soon have his full-strength attacking line-up ready for the title run-in.
Jesus celebrated the north London club’s dramatic 3-2 win over Bournemouth on the sidelines at the Emirates last weekend before taking part in a warm-down session on the pitch.
And SunSport understands Jesus’ progress means he is likely to fly out to Lisbon on Wednesday to take the next step in his rehabilitation.
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More on Szczesny and Tottenham interest
Szczesny is said to be keen to remain at Juventus after slamming the door shut on a move to Tottenham
He is under contract with the Italian giants until 2024 and could see that deal extended by a further year should the club agree to it.
Spurs' interest in Szczesny has caught some by surprise given the former Arsenal man has mocked the Lilywhites in the past.
In 2016, when Tottenham were beaten 5-1 by already-relegated Newcastle on the final day of the Premier League season, he tweeted "Spurs" alongside a crying laughing emoji and a love heart.
Then two years later, when Juventus knocked Spurs out of the Champions League, he tweeted: "Great win and celebrations versus one of the best teams in North London.
"FORZA JUVE! North London is red."
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Bournemouth goal should not have stood, says ex-ref Poll
Bournemouth broke a basic rule when they netted their nine-second goal against Arsenal.
And former referee Graham Poll insists the strike should NOT have stood in Saturday's thrilling league fixture.
That’s because several Cherries players were already in Arsenal’s half when they kicked off the game.
He told BettingSites: “VAR once again appeared to let Arsenal down on Saturday as both the ref, Chris Kavanagh, and his colleagues at Stockley Park failed to punish the fact that a number of Bournemouth players were in the opposing half before the kick-off at the start of the match.
“Kavanagh should have seen the encroachment and ordered the kick-off to be retaken long before Bournemouth got into the Arsenal penalty area.
“This happens in a vast number of games but a goal does not follow within 10 seconds and so the offence goes unnoticed and unpunished.
“Had the player who encroached the most, Antoine Semenyo, been the player who scored, there could well have been an intervention by VAR.
“But with Howard Webb now in charge we will only see less technical offences that are missed being corrected.”
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Szczesny not interested in Spurs move
Former Arsenal keeper Wojciech Szczesny has rejected a move to Tottenham, according to reports.
The Mail understand the Juventus and Poland shot-stopper is not keen to join the Gunners' bitter North London rivals.
It comes as Spurs seek a replacement for Hugo Lloris – who turns 37 later this year.
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Premier League top scorers
It is every Premier League striker's dream to add a Golden Boot to their cabinet – but a certain Norwegian forward seems to have written his name all of the award already!
Last season, Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Tottenham's Son Heung-min were forced to share the prize after bagging 23 goals each.
But Manchester City machine Erling Haaland has already smashed that tally with so much of the campaign left to play.
- Erling Haaland – Man City – 27
- Harry Kane – Tottenham – 18
- Ivan Toney – Brentford – 14
- Marcus Rashford – Man Utd – 14
- Gabriel Martinelli – Arsenal – 11
- Mohamed Salah – Liverpool – 11
- Aleksandar Mitrovic – Fulham – 11
- Rodrigo Moreno – Leeds – 10
- Miguel Almiron – Newcastle – 10
- Bukayo Saka – Arsenal – 10
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Nelson receives interest from Brighton and Nice
Arsenal forward Reiss Nelson is reportedly attracting interest from Brighton and Nice.
The Gunners star, 23, scored a sensational stoppage-time winner for Mikel Arteta's men on Saturday as they dramatically clinched a 3-2 win over Bournemouth.
Yet despite a potentially season-defining moment, his contract is continuing to run down at the Emirates.
If Nelson does not pen a new deal, he will become a free agent in the summer.
And an exit from the club he has been with for 14 years looked more likely than ever when he was left out of the squad for the wins over Everton and Leicester.
According to CBS Sports, both Brighton and Ligue 1 side Nice are interested in signing him if he becomes a free agent at the end of the season.
However, injuries to Leandro Trossard, Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Jesus are set to give him a much-needed opportunity, so his future remains in the balance.
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Jorginho seen coaching from sidelines
Arsenal fans have spotted Jorginho on the touchline against Bournemouth doing something supporters "didn't see" at Chelsea.
The Italian was an unused sub on Saturday as the Gunners pulled off another dramatic win.
With late victories against Manchester United and Aston Villa still fresh in the memory, Reiss Nelson topped both moments with a stunning last minute winner.
This is despite Arsenal conceding the second fastest goal in Premier League history.
Although Jorginho didn't manage to make it onto the pitch, the midfielder did still made his presence felt.
Footage has emerged of the 31-year-old attempting to orchestrate his teammates from the touchline.
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Former Arsenal star unrecognisable
This ex-Arsenal star looks unrecognisable with braces and without his trademark hair in an incredible throwback photo.
The footballer is wearing an orange football kit in the pic, taken more than a decade ago.
His beaming smile reveals a set of braces and his short curly hair is very different from what English football fans have become used to.
The snap was taken while the player was enjoying six seasons with Shakhtar Donetsk in Ukraine.
The attacker, 34, has made more than 275 Premier League appearances for three different London clubs.
The player in question is… Willian.
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Arsenal star Beattie goes official with Love Island's Amber Gill
Amber Gill has delighted fans after making her relationship with footballer Jen Beattie 'Instagram official'.
The Love Island winner reposted a picture of herself and Jen at the FA Women's Continental Tyres League Cup Final on the weekend.
Amber, 25, was spotted kissing the Arsenal defender following the match and she is all smiles in the latest snap.
With a lollipop in her mouth, she has her arm around Jen as they pose in the stands together.
Jen's team had just won their first trophy in four years after beating rivals Chelsea 3-1.
The sportswoman had originally posted the shot on her Instagram but Amber has now shared it to hers.
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Relive the Bournemouth winner
What a moment that was at the weekend as Reiss Nelson's strike handed Arsenal a dramatic late 3-2 win over Bournemouth?
Want to see it from another angle? Well, here it is.
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Partey on injury concerns
Thomas Partey has put his injury problems at Arsenal down to adapting to the Premier League from LaLiga.
Speaking to Football London, he said: “Well, I think it’s adaption. If you go from a different league, normal things happen.”
“I am working on everything, I am trying my best.
“I am trying to help the team any time I can. When I am ready and fit, I will be ready to help the team.”
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Arsenal lead Osimhen race ahead of Man Utd
Arsenal are leading Manchester United in the chase for Victor Osimhen, according to reports.
The red-hot Napoli striker is high in-demand having enjoyed a stunning campaign in Serie A.
Osimhen, 24, has turned heads by scoring 21 goals in all competitions – with his side top of the table and still going strong in the Champions League.
Man United are on a striker hunt this summer and the Nigerian is high on their wishlist.
But according to Italian outlet Rai, Arsenal have overtaken them in the race.
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Good morning Arsenal fans
Martin Keown has insisted that it would be wrong to suggest that Arsenal aren’t as strong as title rivals Man City.
He wrote in the Daily Mail: “The foundation of their success is built on belief and what’s so impressive is how they refuse to compromise their style of play.
“There have been rumblings that Arsenal’s squad isn’t strong enough to compete with Manchester City. I don’t think that argument can be made now. Every man is playing his part.”
Bournemouth broke a basic rule when they netted their nine-second goal against Arsenal.
And one former referee insists the strike should NOT have stood in Saturday’s thrilling league fixture.
Ben White says he would have tried to be the best gardener in the world if he had not gone into football.
He said: “I’d probably be working with my dad if I wasn’t a footballer. He used to be a gardener. I think that’s why there was never any pressure on me growing up, because I would have been very happy with that.”
Reiss Nelson is reportedly in talks for a new contract at Arsenal following his crucial winning goal against Bournemouth.
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson has insisted that the club's next three league games against Fulham, Crystal Palace and Leed could be "defining" in their hunt for the Premier League title.
Ian Wright believes that Arsenal will have to win all of their remaining games in order to win the Premier League.
He told The Kelly & Wrighty Show: “Finding a way to win, Arsenal have done that a few times this season and what they are learning on a weekly basis is that this is what is going to have to happen [to win the title].
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INSTA SCORE
Arsenal defender Jen Beattie has gone Instagram official with Love Island star Amber Gill.
The Love Island winner reposted a picture of herself and Jen at the FA Women's Continental Tyres League Cup Final on the weekend.
Amber, 25, was spotted kissing the Arsenal defender following the match and she is all smiles in the latest snap.
With a lollipop in her mouth, she has her arm around Jen as they pose in the stands together.
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Arsenal must be perfect
Ian Wright believes that Arsenal will have to win all of their remaining games in order to win the Premier League.
He told The Kelly & Wrighty Show: "Finding a way to win, Arsenal have done that a few times this season and what they are learning on a weekly basis is that this is what is going to have to happen [to win the title].
"If I’m playing in Arsenal’s dressing room right now, I’m not expecting City to lose any more games. You know that you’re going to have to go out there and if it goes to the last second, that’s what you’ve got to do.
"You don’t want to look yourself in the mirror and say you could have tried harder in this game or that game.
"You get some luck… You get some bad luck… But you’re not stopping, you are fighting until the end."
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Arsenal striker back from injury
On loan Arsenal striker Mika Biereth made his first appearance for RKC Waalwijk after being out for a month.
He has been out since January and was involved in the matchday squad against PSV.
While he didn't start the game he did get some minutes off the bench towards the end of the Eredivisie fixture.
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Three decisive matches
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson has insisted that the club's next three league games against Fulham, Crystal Palace and Leed could be "defining" in their hunt for the Premier League title.
Merson said on Sky Sports: "They went 1-0 down at Villa after 10 minutes when they hadn’t won for three games, had just been well beaten by Man City and they bounced back.
"They’ve been brilliant and the next three games will be defining for me. If they win them, I don’t see how they don’t win it."
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Walcott jokes about retirement
Former Arsenal star Theo Walcott has joked that Southampton's relegation fight might force him into retirement.
When asked when he could hang up his boots, he said: "June and beyond? Goodness me, I might retire, who knows? This might retire me.
"We’ll see, I don’t know and I honestly have no idea. I’m very relaxed about what happens next beyond this season, I could be on your side of the fence talking to the players – who knows?
"I haven’t thought too far ahead, my main challenge is to keep this team up, help the players, help them learn some things from me and then I’ll make my decision."
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Arsenal 'favourites' to sign Osimhen
Arsenal have reportedly become the favourites to sign in-demand striker Victor Osimhen.
The Napoli star is currently being chased by top clubs such as Man United and Chelsea.
But, according to Rai Sport journalist Ciro Venerato, the Gunners have entered the running to sign the Nigerian and are now favourites to get a deal done in the summer.
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Arsenal on City's level
Martin Keown has insisted that it would be wrong to suggest that Arsenal aren't as strong as title rivals Man City.
He wrote in the Daily Mail: “The foundation of their success is built on belief and what’s so impressive is how they refuse to compromise their style of play.
“It’s intricate passing to the very end and no one in the league has picked up more points from losing positions than Arsenal’s 15 this season.
“What was pleasing for me was seeing a youth product in Reiss Nelson living the dream by scoring the winner.
“There have been rumblings that Arsenal’s squad isn’t strong enough to compete with Manchester City. I don’t think that argument can be made now. Every man is playing his part.”
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BOURNE IDENTITY
Bournemouth broke a basic rule when they netted their nine-second goal against Arsenal.
And one former referee insists the strike should NOT have stood in Saturday's thrilling league fixture.
That’s because several Cherries players were already in Arsenal’s half when they kicked off the game.
And former referee Graham Poll believes Billing’s strike should have been disallowed as a result.
He is adamant VAR should have intervened immediately.
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SHRINKING VIOLET
Ben White says he would have tried to be the best gardener in the world if he had not gone into football.
The England and Arsenal defender is known for not being consumed 24/7 by all aspects of the Beautiful Game.
Growing up on the Dorset coast in Poole, White admits there was a realistic chance he could have followed the green-fingered route of his dad Barry.
Instead of playing on lovely-manicured pitches each week, he could have been the one mowing them to perfection!
White said: "I’d probably be working with my dad if I wasn’t a footballer. He used to be a gardener. I think that’s why there was never any pressure on me growing up, because I would have been very happy with that.
"I went into football but it would have been no problem for me to do what my dad did."
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Nelson set for reward
Reiss Nelson is reportedly in talks for a new contract at Arsenal following his crucial winning goal against Bournemouth.
According to football.london, the winger could be set for a new deal at the Emirates with his current contract set to expire at the end of the season.
He has previously stated his intention to stay at the club, speaking to the publication, Nelson said: "I’ve said a few times, I’ve been here since I was eight and I’m 23 now so I’ve been here a long time and I’m Arsenal through and through.
"So to be playing, even in games just like this I’m delighted. Of course injuries are just a minor set back, but of course I just look towards the future and hopefully I can play many more years at the club."
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