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Gabriel Jesus arrives in Barcelona to join Barca

Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus landed in Barcelona and expressed optimism about his fitness and future at the club.

1 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Gabriel Jesus arrives in Barcelona to join Barca — Photo: Andre Borges/Agência Brasília · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

Gabriel Jesus, the 29-year-old Brazilian forward, has arrived in Barcelona to sign with FC Barcelona. According to Mundo Deportivo, the player will be linked to the club for two seasons, until 2028, with the option for an additional year. The transfer was completed for €10 million to Arsenal, plus an additional €5 million in variables depending on his individual performance.

Upon his arrival, according to Marca, Gabriel Jesus passed through El Prat Airport before undergoing a medical examination. The player expressed his satisfaction with being in the city and his current physical condition.

Archive photo: Gabriel Jesus arrives in Barcelona to join Barca — Archive photoPhoto: Ben Sutherland · Flickr · BY

In response to prior concerns about his health, Gabriel Jesus indicated that his knee is no longer an issue and that he is fully recovered. Comments in El País and Infobae reflect his optimism, adding that his ligament injury from 2025 is a thing of the past.

Gabriel Jesus's performance at Arsenal last season was limited to 988 minutes on the pitch, leading him to seek a fresh start at Barca, where he hopes to contribute significantly.

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