UMVA has learned that Everton is making a surprising move for Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus, a transfer link that may seem ambitious at first glance but makes sense upon closer inspection.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that the Toffees are keen on signing Jesus, but they are waiting for Arsenal to lower their £20m asking price before making a serious move. The Premier League champions are reportedly open to selling Jesus, with several clubs quoted around £18m-£20m for the Brazilian forward.
From Everton's perspective, signing Jesus would not just be about bringing in a big name; it's about acquiring a forward who can bring experience, movement, and Premier League know-how to a team that has struggled with consistency in attack. Jesus is a versatile attacker who offers more than just goals, pressing well, linking play, drifting wide, creating space, and bringing energy to the front line.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Jesus's winning background is also a major draw for Everton. Having been part of title-winning squads at Manchester City and Arsenal, Jesus brings a mentality that Everton's current attackers lack. This experience could be invaluable for a club trying to move forward and become more stable.
The major issue, however, is the financial commitment required to sign Jesus. With his Arsenal contract running until June 2027 and a reported weekly salary of £265,000, Everton would be taking on a huge burden. This is why Everton is right to push Arsenal for a lower transfer fee, making the deal more manageable.
For Arsenal, selling Jesus would be a ruthless but logical move, allowing them to free up wages and squad space to target attacking upgrades. For Everton, signing Jesus could be exciting, but only if the numbers are right. At £10m-£15m with a sensible wage agreement, Jesus could be a brilliant signing; at £20m plus massive wages, it becomes a risky proposition.
