The Gunners see the Brazilian as an option to targets like Benjamin Sesko. Despite rumours that the North Londoners are vying for the RB Leipzig attacker, Sesko is not anticipated to be moving this month. According to GIVEMESPORT sources, the 21-year-old Slovenian's summer move is increasingly plausible.
Mikel Arteta is therefore under pressure to sign an attacking player before the winter transfer window ends on February 3. Bukayo Saka (hamstring) will not be able to play until at least March, while Gabriel Jesus (ACL rupture) will be out for the remainder of the season. Arsenal has reportedly joined the competition for Igor Jesus and has been monitoring the 23-year-old all season long, according to Burgos. He may be a substitute for Evan Ferguson of Brighton & Hove Albion or Sesko.