Arsenal are only two weeks away from returning to Premier League action following the World Cup. While fans will be raring to get back to the Emirates Stadium, they will be wishing Gabriel Jesus was joining them.
The striker made one start and two substitute appearances for Brazil before he suffered a knee injury in their final group stage clash with Cameroon. Jesus was forced to undergo surgery and now faces a number of months on the sidelines - leaving Arsenal rather short up top.
The Gunners have since been linked with a number of attackers as they look to bolster their squad depth, while they also remain interested in stars all over the pitch ahead of the January transfer window. Mikel Arteta will be eager for his squad to be as strong as possible as they look to avoid losing their lead at the top of the Premier League table in the second half of the campaign.
Ahead of the window opening in three weeks’ time, we take a look at some of the best players from this winter’s World Cup that Arsenal could target.
9. Kim Min-jae
The Napoli defender is reportedly on the radar of Manchester United and Real Madrid following the World Cup. The South Korean made three starts at the World Cup before they were knocked out by Brazil. | Getty Images
10. Christian Pulisic
Pulisic has struggled for game time at Chelsea this year, scoring only once this season. The American is reportedly open to leaving Stamford Bridge and is said to be attracting interest from Arsenal, Newcastle and others. | Getty Images
11. Denzel Dumfries
After picking up three goal contributions from defence in the World Cup, Dumfries has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League. | Getty Images
12. Mohammed Kudus
Kudus netted twice before Ghana were knocked out in the World Cup group stage. He has also impressed for Ajax this season, scoring nine goals - including four in the Champions League. | Getty Images