Barcelona sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for a reported $11.6m
Summary
Barcelona signed Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for about $11.6 million on a contract lasting until 2029. Jesus joins Barcelona to strengthen their attack after losing key players earlier this summer.Key Facts
- Barcelona bought Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for around 10 million euros ($11.6 million).
- The contract with Jesus runs until 2029.
- Barcelona wanted Julian Alvarez but Atletico Madrid refused to sell him.
- Jesus replaces players like Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres, who left Barcelona this summer.
- Jesus had a serious knee injury in January 2025 but has since recovered.
- He scored 32 goals in four seasons for Arsenal and 95 goals in six years at Manchester City before that.
- Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick supports the signing, saying Jesus fits their playing style.
- Jesus is Barcelona’s seventh signing of the summer.
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