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Barcelona signs Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for €10 million

9/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Barcelona signed Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for an initial €10 million fee.
He will sign a two-year contract with an option for a third on Tuesday.
Coach Hansi Flick said he was surprised but happy to add Jesus to the squad.
Raphinha’s scoring form and Jesus’s depth give Flick a flexible attack as Barcelona defends its LaLiga title.

History

Historical Context

When president Joan Laporta took office, Barcelona outbid Manchester United and paid €30 million for Ronaldinho, whose flair helped end a six-year La Liga drought in 2005 and sparked Messi’s debut. The club’s 2024 acquisition of Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal under coach Hansi Flick seeks to recreate that attacking revival and sustain recent domestic dominance.

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Story summary

Barcelona signed Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for an initial €10 million fee.
He will sign a two-year contract with an option for a third on Tuesday.
Coach Hansi Flick said he was surprised but happy to add Jesus to the squad.
Raphinha’s scoring form and Jesus’s depth give Flick a flexible attack as Barcelona defends its LaLiga title.

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