Barcelona add Gabriel Jesus as Arsenal spell ends

Barcelona have officially announced the signing of Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal.

The 29-year-old has agreed a contract with the Catalan club that will run until the end of June 2029. Barcelona’s official communications department confirmed the transfer, bringing an end to Jesus’ time in north London and opening a new chapter in his career in Spain.

Earlier reports had claimed Barcelona would pay €10m for the forward, with additional bonuses included in the agreement. The club has now formally confirmed the move, although no further financial details were given in the announcement.

Jesus joined Arsenal in 2022 after leaving Manchester City. During his spell with the Gunners, he made 123 appearances, scoring 32 goals and providing 22 assists.

His record at Arsenal included contributions across more than three seasons, before the forward completed his move to Barcelona at the age of 29. The transfer means Jesus will continue his career in La Liga after previously playing in England for both Manchester City and Arsenal.

Barcelona’s first opportunity to field their new signing could come on 6 September, when they travel to face Valencia in the fourth round of La Liga.

That match would provide Jesus with a potential first appearance in Barcelona colours, although the source article does not confirm whether he will be selected for the fixture. His arrival gives the club a new attacking option as they prepare for the next stage of the season.

The move also marks a change of club for a player who spent four years with Arsenal after his transfer from Manchester City in 2022. Across 123 matches for Arsenal, Jesus found the net 32 times and created 22 goals for team-mates.

Barcelona have now secured his services through June 2029, while his possible debut against Valencia is scheduled for 6 September in the fourth round of La Liga.