That’s according to journalist Ryan Taylor, who claims the Arsenal striker is expected to miss Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Colombia this week.
Gabriel Jesus has been sidelined for the past few weeks after picking up a thigh injury in the 2-1 win over Sevilla last month.
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It came as a surprise when the 26-year-old was called up for international duty this week as he continues his recovery.
Brazil’s national team doctor has even hinted that Jesus remains injured and is some way off a return.
Yet, Taylor claims Jesus is back on the grass as he eyes some minutes for Brazil over the next week.
What Jesus was spotted doing in Brazil training yesterday
Taylor took to X on Tuesday evening and shared what Jesus was doing in Brazil training yesterday.
He wrote: “Gabriel Jesus was out on the grass training away from main group with Brazil on Tuesday. Still expected to miss World Cup qualifier against Colombia later this week.”
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The journalist has also previously noted that Brazil are hoping to have Jesus involved for their clash against Argentina next week.
It would be a huge boost for Arsenal to see Jesus get some minutes under his belt during the international break.
The forward has become an integral part of Mikel Arteta’s side since joining from Manchester City last summer.
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He enjoyed his best game of the season before being forced off with an injury in Seville last month. Of course, he also missed the start of the campaign with a knee injury and is yet to get going this season.
Arsenal will need Jesus back to full fitness and at his best if they are to challenge for the Premier League title this season.
But the Gunners will be wary of rushing the striker back and will undoubtedly have a keen eye on his involvement for Brazil over the coming days.
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