Former Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva believes Gabriel Jesus would be a better centre-forward than Kai Havertz if he weren’t plague by injuries.

Jesus has been plague by injuries since moving to Arsenal from Manchester City, which has resulted in inconsistent form and he has recently lost his starting spot to Kai Havertz, who has moved to a false nine and performed well.

Havertz has scored six goals in 10 games this season, while Jesus’s yet to find the net in eight appearances. But Gilberto Silva believes his compatriot. If fit, has the potential to be a better No.9 than anyone else in the team.

“Jesus has been plague by injury over the last few months and they have hamper his rhythm and cause him to have to start over,” the former Arsenal midfielder said. 

“It’s a challenge for everyone, but the injury has inevitably affected Jesus. He lost his place in the starting line-up due to the long break, and it has Promotion ufabet opened up the door for Havertz. Who plays in the same position and has performed so well that many have forgotten about Jesus’ absence.”

“But when it comes to the No. 9 position, Jesus can definitely do more than Havertz if he’s fit.”