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Gabriel Jesus: Arsenal striker to miss start of Premier League season

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has had minor knee surgery and will miss the start of the Premier League season.

Jesus did not play in Wednesday's pre-season win over Monaco and manager Mikel Arteta confirmed afterwards that Brazil forward will be out "for a few weeks" after a "little procedure".

The 26-year-old's injury is related to the knee problems he had last season, which also required surgery.

"It's a big blow because we had him back to his best," said Arteta.

Speaking after Arsenal beat Monaco 6-5 on penalties following a 1-1 draw at Emirates Stadium, the Gunners boss said Jesus had felt some discomfort in his knee for the past few weeks.