After over five years full of fond memories, Gabriel Jesus completed a £45 million move to Arsenal on Monday morning. The Brazilian leaves the Etihad Stadium a four-time Premier League champion but will now be desperate to help Mikel Arteta's side return to the Champions League.
Despite enjoying a run in the team late in the campaign, Jesus has moved on in the search of regular football and the move feels right for all parties.
City actually have one of the smallest squads in the Premier League - contrary to popular belief - but competition for places still remains fierce and there is a plethora of talent still vying for a spot in attacking areas. ALSO READ: Man City announce Kalvin Phillips signing and confirm midfielder's shirt number Jesus' departure means there are more opportunities for members of the squad to earn more minutes - especially in such a jam-packed season.
With the 2022 World Cup in Qatar interrupting the Premier League schedule, Pep Guardiola will need all his players on top form.
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