What Klopp Said About Gabriel Jesus Ahead Of Arsenal vs Liverpool Clash

Liverpool Boss, Jurgen Klopp has said that he’s been really impressed with Arsenal’s summer signing Gabriel Jesus after the Brazilian’s impressive start to life at the Emirates.

Jesus Arsenal’s big signing in the attacking department this summer and thus far, he hasn’t disappointed one bit. Goals and assists have come Jesus’ way as he blossoms as a number nine, and Liverpool boss Klopp is under no illusions as to the challenges Jesus brings to the table.

The Gunners come into the game as Premier League leaders whilst Liverpool continues to struggle after picking up just two wins from their opening seven games.

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Arsenal’s only loss this season has come against Manchester United with Arteta’s side coming into the games against the Reds full of confidence after four straight wins following the defeat at Old Trafford.

“I always liked Gabriel Jesus as a player. Exceptional player, you always saw that at Man City.”

In his five years at the Etihad Stadium, Jesus scored 95 goals and provided a further 46 assists in his 236 appearances for Pep Guardiola’s side playing as both a striker and winger.

Klopp continued: “His role at City was a 9 or a winger, everyone said last season City had no No.9, but he was still there! Now he plays his role [striker]. He’s flying and full of confidence. Top class.”

Having scored five goals and provided four assists in just 10 appearances, Gabriel Jesus and William Saliba’s return from loan have completely rejuvenated Arsenal as they continue to fight with Manchester City at the top of the table, with the Gunners coming into the game against Liverpool as favorites for the first time in years.