Barcelona Secures Deal for Gabriel Jesus

Barcelona has moved to sign Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal as a potential replacement for Julian Alvarez, after failing to secure the Argentine striker at this time due to Atlético Madrid's refusal, according to Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo."

According to the newspaper, Gabriel Jesus, 29, is under contract with Arsenal until 2027, and the Brazilian forward is the option identified by Barcelona to cover the center-forward position after Robert Lewandowski's departure.

Gabriel Jesus is looking for an opportunity to leave Arsenal due to his declining role in the team, with the presence of Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyökeres.

The Brazilian striker has long dreamed of playing for Barcelona, and he is currently applying pressure to reach an agreement and make the switch to the Catalan club.

The source reported that Barcelona inquired about the medical status of the player, who suffered a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament of his left knee in January 2025, but has fully recovered from it.

Gabriel Jesus scored 95 goals in 236 appearances for Manchester City between 2016 and 2022, and added 33 goals in 123 matches for Arsenal from 2022 to 2026.

Barcelona's interest in Gabriel Jesus does not conflict with its desire to sign Julian Alvarez in the future, as the Argentine striker remains on the Catalan club's radar for upcoming transfer windows.

In this context, renowned journalist "Fabrizio Romano" confirmed that the transfer of the Brazilian forward to Barcelona was completed for €10 million, along with additional bonuses.

Romano clarified that Gabriel Jesus will travel to Barcelona on Monday to undergo a medical examination, and to sign a contract that extends for two years with an option for an additional year.