Brazil boss Fernando Diniz hints Arsenal star could face Argentina as Arsenal sweat over injury fears

To Arsenal’s dismay, Gabriel Jesus could start Brazil’s crucial World Cup qualifying match against Argentina the following week.

The 26-year-old was summoned up by the Selecao for international duty despite not having made a single appearance since October 24, when he suffered a hamstring injury away at Sevilla.

Earlier this month, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta predicted that the former Manchester City forward would miss “weeks” on the sidelines.

However, he may return to action earlier than Arsenal had anticipated, and Brazil manager Fernando Diniz has indicated that Arsenal is willing to utilize him.

Although the away match against Colombia later this week is deemed premature for Jesus, he could potentially be included in the squad for Brazil’s November 22 visit of the World Cup champions to the Maracana.

Diniz stated in his pre-match press conference that Jesus will be considered for the lineup if he passes fitness tests.

“My concern is with Gabriel,” Diniz stated. We had brought him here for a reason that was significant in his life.

“He was among the players who, despite the fact that we performed subpar against Uruguay, still managed to contribute positively to the game.”

“Despite facing a formidable opponent, he persevered and performed admirably. He assisted us in maintaining our stance and occasionally generating controversy on an individual level.

“I have faith in the player, and his presence gives me joy. His presence here was not unplanned. He reported feeling fine and having begun performing specific tasks.

Jesus has been sidelined since last month, when he suffered a hamstring injury away at Sevilla.

Jesus, according to Diniz, could make an appearance if he passes endurance tests: “At the time of our conversation, he still had two weeks remaining. We deemed it intriguing to take the chance of bringing him here. He is in excellent health. We are carrying out our tasks with meticulous attention to detail.

Following his arrival, he underwent a new MRI. We are administering meticulous care to him. In the absence of any stipulations, he will be available to face Argentina.

“It was critical for Gabriel to arrive here, and I am confident that he will return to Arsenal in an even better state than when he arrived.”

The Daily Mail reports that Arsenal is concerned Brazil will disregard their concerns regarding the hasty return of Jesus to action.

According to the news source, the north Londoners desired for the player to continue his rehabilitation in England.

It is believed that Sporting director Edu, who returned to London Colney in 2019 after leaving his position at Brazil, maintains consistent communication with the medical staff of the Selecao.