Jesus: Arteta made me train alone before Barcelona move

Gabriel Jesus reveals he was isolated from teammates before his summer exit to Barcelona.

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What happened. Gabriel Jesus claimed Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta forced him to train alone before his transfer to Barcelona this summer.

• Jesus was sold in the final days of the transfer window.
• He had fallen behind Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyokeres in the pecking order.
• He was omitted from the Community Shield squad along with Gabriel Martinelli.

“So, the truth is, I was training, I did all th”

— Gabriel Jesus

Jesus's comments suggest a strained relationship with Arteta before his departure, potentially impacting future dealings.

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