Arsenal forward preparing to leave for Serie A?

Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus is expecting to leave the Gunners amid interest from Serie A, according to RTI Esporte.

The Brazilian returned from a serious knee injury earlier this season, but his playing time has been limited thus far.

Viktor Gyokeres has been the regular striker for the Gunners and the Swede has proved his worth with 16 goals this term.

Jesus will enter the last year of his contract with Arsenal this summer, and he is widely expected to be offloaded by the board.

The former Manchester City man is aware of the situation and he has already urged his agent to explore a new club.

There is particularly interest from Serie A with AC Milan, Inter Milan and Juventus all keen on landing his signature.

Arsenal are unlikely to let Jesus go for a nominal fee and they are expected to hold out for at least €20m for a transfer.

Palmeiras are also keen on re-signing Jesus, but the versatile forward prefers to stay in Europe for the next few years.