Gabriel Jesus is the only player with most touches in the opposition half, across Europe’s top five Leagues

By Sportarsh Team
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According to Squawka, Arsenal’s new number nine is the only player in Europe’s top five leagues with the most touches in the opposition half.

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Gabriel Jesus was signed from Manchester City for £40 million as a replacement for Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Jesus has three goals and three assists in six league games.

His impact on the team is clear, as he has added a new winning belief to Mikel Arteta’s young side. The combination of Jesus and fellow Brazilian Martinelli has been causing havoc for defenders.

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Arsenal lost 3-1 to Manchester United, ending their unbeaten streak. Prior to the game, the Gunners had gone 5 games unbeaten.

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