Arsenal Team News: Jesus Confirmed For Atalanta
Arsenal are set to face Atalanta in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday, and manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Gabriel Jesus will be available for selection.
Jesus missed the Premier League clash against Manchester United due to a minor injury, but he has now recovered and is ready to feature. His return will be a major boost for the Gunners, as he has been in excellent form this season.
Here is a full breakdown of the Arsenal team news ahead of the match:
Confirmed Return
- Gabriel Jesus: The Brazilian striker has overcome his injury and is available for selection.
Doubtful
- Oleksandr Zinchenko: The Ukrainian left-back is a doubt for the game after sustaining a knock against Manchester United.
Absent
- Reiss Nelson: The winger is still recovering from a hamstring injury and is not yet ready to return.
Expected Starting XI
With Jesus back in the squad, Arsenal are likely to field a strong starting XI. Here is a potential lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Aaron Ramsdale
- Defense: Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, Kieran Tierney
- Midfield: Granit Xhaka, Thomas Partey, Martin Ødegaard
- Attack: Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli
Arteta will be looking to rotate his squad after the demanding Manchester United match. This could mean opportunities for other players like Fabio Vieira, Eddie Nketiah, and Emile Smith Rowe.
The match against Atalanta is crucial for Arsenal as they look to secure a top-two finish in their group and gain a home advantage in the next round of the competition. The Gunners will be hoping that Jesus’ return will inspire them to victory.
