Gabriel Martinelli has backed Gabriel Jesus to show he is “one of the best strikers in the world” when the Brazilian makes his long-awaited comeback.

Jesus has been out of action since January, when he suffered a serious knee injury and was forced to undergo surgery.

The 28-year-old is closing in on a return now, though, and he has been added to Arsenal ’s Champions League squad ahead of their clash with Club Brugge .

Martinelli is delighted to have his compatriot back and is convinced he will have a big impact.

“It is really good, I love him,” said Martinelli, when asked about Jesus’ return.

“I always say that he is one of the best strikers in the world, for me, so I am really happy to have him back.

“Not just on the pitch, but outside the pitch as well, because normally wh

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