Premier League giants Arsenal are all set to sign Real Madrid forward Jese Rodriguez in the new year, as per recent reports. The news comes from Barcelona-based newspaper Sport, who have stated that the 22-year-old Spaniard is all set to leave the Bernabeu once the transfer window opens once again in January.
The young attacker has been frustrated with the lack of time that he has been getting right through this season and feels Rafael Benitez, who replaced Carlo Ancelotti at the start of the season does not really count him in his first team plans. The report further adds that the Gunners could sign the former Spain Under-21 international at first on loan, with an option to buy included as well, making his move to the Emirates a permanent one.
It all depends on what manager Arsene Wenger needs for his side, though if Jese does sign for the north London side, he would be a superb addition to the Frenchman’s squad. Here are some glimpses of Jese