Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva has expressed his belief that Gabriel Jesus still holds greater potential than Kai Havertz, despite the contrasting paths their careers have taken this season. Silva, a key figure in Arsenal’s Invincibles squad, has been closely following the progress of both players and shared his insights on their future prospects.
This season has seen Kai Havertz flourish under Mikel Arteta’s guidance. After a challenging first season at Arsenal following his move from Chelsea, Havertz has found his form, becoming a crucial part of the team’s attacking lineup. His recent performances have been impressive, including a goal in Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Southampton, marking his seventh consecutive home game with a goal.
In contrast, Gabriel Jesus has struggled with injuries, limiting his impact on the pitch. Since joining Arsenal from Manchester City, Jesus has faced numerous setbacks, with his last goal dating back to January against Nottingham Forest. These injuries have disrupted his rhythm and opened the door for Havertz to step up and fill the void.
Despite these challenges, Gilberto Silva remains optimistic about Jesus’ potential. In a recent interview with bettingexpert.com, Silva highlighted the impact of injuries on Jesus’ career but emphasized that, when fit, Jesus has the ability to surpass Havertz as Arsenal’s main striker.
“Jesus has suffered a lot with injuries, and that really disrupts your momentum,” Silva said. “You break your rhythm and constantly have to start over. It’s a huge challenge for any player. His injuries have opened the door for Havertz, who has taken advantage of the opportunity and played in positions Jesus would have occupied. However, as a number nine, Jesus has the potential to do more if he can stay healthy. But Havertz has performed so well that many people have overlooked Jesus’ absence”.
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