Everton and Ipswich make enquiries for Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus

Everton and Ipswich Town have made contact with Arsenal over a potential move for Gabriel Jesus as the Brazilian forward weighs up his future at the Emirates.

Jesus is reportedly keen to secure more regular playing time and would prefer to remain in the Premier League should he leave Arsenal.

The 29-year-old has faced increased competition for places at Arsenal, making a move a possibility as he looks for greater opportunities to establish himself as a regular starter.

Everton and newly promoted Ipswich are now understood to be exploring the possibility of bringing the experienced forward into their squads, with both clubs monitoring his situation.

Jesus' preference for staying in England could work in favour of the Premier League suitors, particularly after previous interest from abroad failed to result in a transfer.

Napoli had shown strong interest in signing the Brazilian, but negotiations eventually broke down and the Serie A club were unable to complete a deal.

Arsenal will now have to assess their options if interest in Jesus develops into formal offers, while the striker faces a decision over whether to remain in north London and fight for his place or seek a fresh start elsewhere.

With Everton and Ipswich already making enquiries, Jesus' desire for regular football could make him one of the forwards to watch as the transfer window approaches its conclusion.