Winners and losers from a Gabriel Jesus Arsenal transfer exit including Bukayo Saka and Viktor Gyokeres impact

Arsenal are planning several player sales this summer to offset their recent spending of nearly £200 million. Viktor Gyokeres is set to become the club's sixth signing and will take the number 14 shirt. With further additions desired, sales are now imperative.

Sporting director Andrea Berta is specifically looking to sell striker Gabriel Jesus to help balance the books. Offloading Jesus, who earns £265k per week, would free up significant wages and generate funds for more attacking reinforcements. However, concerns exist that his current recovery from a knee injury could complicate a transfer, though interest from clubs in Brazil and Europe has been noted, including the possibility of a loan deal with an option to buy.

Jesus' departure would significantly impact the squad dynamics, particularly creating a direct competition between Kai Havertz and new signing Gyokeres for the centre forward role. While Havertz is highly rated by manager Mikel Arteta, Gyokeres arrives with the ambition to be the main striker. The situation could also lead to Havertz and Gyokeres being partnered together in attack more frequently.

Additionally, Jesus' potential exit would have a personal impact, as teammate and close friend Oleksandr Zinchenko would be saddened to see him leave.