"Nonsense." Arteta responds to rumors of Jesus leaving Arsenal in January

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has firmly dismissed rumors suggesting that forward Gabriel Jesus could leave London in the January transfer window.

Details: According to the "Gunners" boss, these speculations are far from the truth.

Quote: "Rumors about Gabriel Jesus moving to Brazil in January are nonsense. Like all strikers, he goes through different phases and moments. His attitude has been excellent, as it always has been. We will support him as much as we can," Arteta told Fabrizio Romano.

Background: Jesus has been struggling for form at Arsenal, having scored just one goal in the English League Cup this season.

Earlier reported, that Jesus could join to the Palmeiras in January.

Over the weekend, Arsenal unexpectedly failed to beat Fulham in the 15th round of the Premier League, drawing 1-1. After the match, Arteta expressed frustration over the lack of defensive options in his squad.