EDDIE NKETIAH is ready to prove that there is no need for Arsenal to make a drama out of their Gabriel Jesus crisis.
Mikel Arteta’s best laid plans for the new season have been plunged into uncertainty by Jesus’ shock knee operation.
The £45million Brazilian international is expected to be sidelined for six weeks after going under the surgeon’s knife on Wednesday morning.
That would rule him out for the Gunners’ first four League games of the season against Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace, Fulham and Manchester United as well as Sunday’s Community Shield clash with Manchester City.
But Nketiah, 24, is backing himself to lead the line in Jesus’ absence after showing his worth in a similar role last season.