Ferdinand backs Arsenal’s move for City’s Gabriel Jesus

Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand, has backed the move for Manchester City’s Gabriel Jesus by Arsenal.

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta is believed to be interested in the services of the Brazilian and would like to see him at The Emirates next season.

The Spaniard is in need of a striker following the departure of Pierre-Emerick AUbameyang to Barcelona and the likely exit of Alexandre Lacazette.

Speaking on the move for Gabriel Jesus, Ferdinand expressed the believe that the Brazilian will hit the ground running on joining Arsenal.

“You speak to players about him, they appreciate him because he puts a good workload in, he has got quality.

“I think if he plays consistently in a team like Arsenal, I think he gets you goals.

“By the way, [Eddie] Nketiah at the weekend [against Manchester United] I thought was brilliant. Held up the ball well, brought others into the game,” Ferdinand said on Vibe with Five.