Arsenal's World Cup star begins rehabilitation after successful surgery on his knee

Gabriel Jesus is expected back in full training by early March

GABRIEL JESUS Arsenal's World Cup star begins rehabilitation after successful surgery on his knee

Izuchukwu Akawor 14:30 - 14.12.2022

The Gunners could be without their Brazilian forward for up to three months after he went under the knife

Premier League leaders Arsenal have been dealt a further blow after Gabriel Jesus could be set for an extended time off.

Jesus is facing up to 12 weeks on the sidelines after undergoing surgery earlier this month on his knee.

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has had successful surgery on his knee
Gabriel Jesus has had successful surgery on his knee

The forward picked up an injury during his time with the Brazilian national team at the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar. 

Jesus, who has been a key part of Arsenal's resurgence this season since his move from Manchester City, suffered a knee injury during Brazil's final group game against Cameroon at the World Cup.

Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal on October 30, 2022.

He is now facing a three-month absence from competitive football after undergoing surgery following his return to the Emirates from Qatar.

Personal trainer provides Jesus's update

According to Football London, Jesus's personal trainer has provided an injury update on the 25-year-old.

Posting on Instagram page, Andre Cunha stated that the Arsenal forward has a diffcult journey ahead of recovery.

Gabriel Jesus got Arsenal fans dreaming of the PL title.

"First week. A big journey awaits," Cunha posted per Football.london. "Tough, difficult and uncomfortable, you can bet it is! Transformer? You can bet it will!"

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