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Arsenal set to complete £51m transfer as Gabriel Jesus injury extent revealed

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Catch all the latest Arsenal news, including updates on Martin Zubimendi, Gabriel Jesus injury and Oleksandr Zinchenko transfer.

Arsenal are preparing for another busy week in their campaign as they play host to Tottenham in the North London Derby in midweek.

The Gunners know a win could reboot a positive run of form, while a defeat may only increase the negativity currently being felt.

As for transfers, the January market is starting to heat up with potential options for Mikel Arteta and his squad.

There has also been one big update regarding the summer transfer window and a possible incoming.

So with that said, here’s a look at the day ahead for Arsenal, with yet more chaotic action expected.

Arsenal set to complete Martin Zubimendi transfer

In one of the surprises of the month so far, Arsenal appear set to complete the signing of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad for the summer transfer window.

That’s according to the Daily Mail, which reports that the Gunners have “virtually completed” the move with an agreement.

The north London outfit will be able to trigger the release clause in the region of £51million for the Spaniard come the summer.

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Zubimendi was linked with a move to Liverpool over the previous window but rejected a switch, coming as a blow to Arne Slot and his side.

With the midfielder now set to join Arsenal, it may come as yet another damaging strike to the Reds.

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Arsenal confirm Gabriel Jesus’ ACL injury

Arsenal have confirmed that Gabriel Jesus has suffered an ACL injury, with the knee problem coming as a huge blow to the forward.

In a statement on the club website, it was confirmed: “Further to being substituted during our match with Manchester United on Sunday, Gabriel Jesus has received extensive assessments, scans and specialist reviews which have confirmed that he has sustained an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.

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“Gabby will undergo surgery in the coming days and will soon begin his recovery and rehabilitation programme.

“We will continue to keep everyone updated with Gabby’s recovery, with everyone at the club fully focused on supporting Gabby to ensure he is back to full fitness as soon as possible.”

It means Gabriel Jesus is likely to miss the rest of the season, coming as a huge blow.

Read more on Gabriel Jesus injury.

Oleksandr Zinchenko to Borussia Dortmund transfer

Arsenal star Oleksandr Zinchenko is the subject of transfer interest from Borussia Dortmund in the January window.

That’s according to Florian Plettenberg, who claims talks have been held over a potential transfer in the weeks ahead.

A loan with an obligation to buy is claimed to be an option, with the left-back struggling for game time so far this season.

Read more on Oleksandr Zinchenko transfer.