Galatasaray keen on signing Arsenal striker
August 27, 2026 02:21
Galatasaray have been reported as potential suitors for Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus ahead of the transfer window closing on 1 September 2026. EyeFootball says the 29-year-old has been left out of Arsenal’s first two matches of the new season and is considered surplus to requirements, making a move possible before the deadline.
The Turkish champions already have Victor Osimhen as a leading striker, but sources indicate Galatasaray remain interested because Jesus can operate both centrally and out wide. Arsenal are reportedly ready to let him go for about £17 million, though no formal deal has been announced.
KEY CONTEXT
- Galatasaray are the reigning Super Lig champions and have been actively linked with attacking additions this summer.
- Arsenal’s squad decisions have left Jesus out of early matchday squads, creating an opening for a transfer.
- The club had earlier pursued another Arsenal attacker, Gabriel Martinelli, but the 25-year-old declined to enter talks and is reportedly close to a move to Al-Hilal in a deal valued at around £57 million.
WHY IT MATTERS
A sale of Jesus would signal a clear change in Arsenal’s attacking plans and free up a player who has been surplus to selection. For Galatasaray, signing Jesus would add versatility to a front line already headed by Osimhen, offering alternative tactical options. The outcome will also indicate how active Turkish clubs are prepared to be in the late stage of this transfer window.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
- Whether Galatasaray make a formal approach to Arsenal before the 1 September deadline.
- If personal terms can be agreed between Galatasaray and Gabriel Jesus.
- Whether Arsenal will accept an offer in the region of £17 million.
- Completion or collapse of Gabriel Martinelli’s proposed move to Al-Hilal, which remains reported as imminent.
KEY FACTS
- Gabriel Jesus is 29 and has been omitted from Arsenal’s first two games of the 2026/27 season.
- Arsenal are reportedly willing to sell Jesus for around £17 million.
- Galatasaray currently have Victor Osimhen as their marquee striker.
- Galatasaray previously showed interest in Gabriel Martinelli; the 25-year-old is reported to be nearing a £57 million move to Al-Hilal.
- The summer transfer window closes on 1 September 2026.