Why Jesus May Snub Arsenal For Tottenham – Noel Whelan

Former Leeds United striker, Noel Whelan, has defined why Manchester Metropolis striker Gabriel Jesus might snub a transfer to Arsenal for Tottenham Hotspur.

Jesus has been closely linked with a transfer away from Man Metropolis this summer season because the arrival of Erling Haaland to Etihad Stadium from Borussia Dortmund.

The Brazilian worldwide has drawn the curiosity of Arsenal and Tottenham up to now few days.

His representatives have flown to London to try to full a £50 million (€61 million) transfer for Jesus.

However Whelan believes that Jesus might find yourself selecting to affix Tottenham as a substitute of Arsenal as a consequence of Champions League soccer subsequent season.

Recall that Tottenham will play Champions League soccer subsequent season after ending fourth place forward of Arsenal (fifth) on the Premier League desk final season.

“The one extra enticing factor about proper now’s Champions League soccer and that’s what Jesus has had ever since he’s arrived at Man Metropolis. Huge gamers need to play on large phases and it doesn’t get any larger than the Champions League,” Whelan instructed Soccer Insider.

“If Tottenham are severe about touchdown Jesus, then, for me, with what Arsenal are constructing and what Tottenham are constructing, there’s not an excessive amount of between the 2 when it comes to stadiums and amenities. Clearly, Tottenham’s [stadium] is model new, however you aren’t going to show your nostril up at enjoying on the Emirates.

“The one factor for me is that competitors. Once you’ve been enjoying in it for 5 years, it’s tough to depart it. I believe Jesus would need to be a part of that. Meaning Tottenham is a extra enticing supply.”