Softfootball understands that Barcelona have reached an settlement with Arsenal to signal Gabriel Jesus in a deal price €10 million plus add-ons, with the Brazilian striker now set to finish his medical on Monday.
Jesus has been licensed to journey forward of the medical, bringing him nearer to a transfer to Camp Nou after Arsenal determined to permit the ahead to depart earlier than the summer time switch window closes.
The settlement confirms earlier stories that Jesus was now not coaching with Arsenal’s first crew. The 29-year-old had fallen down the pecking order in North London amid competitors from Kai Havertz and different attacking choices, making a departure more and more seemingly.
Barcelona have moved for Jesus as they seek for one other centre-forward choice after failing to finish a deal for Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez. The Catalan membership think about Jesus an acceptable various who can present expertise and flexibility throughout the assault.
The Brazilian has additionally lengthy held a need to symbolize Barcelona, making the proposed switch significantly enticing to the participant.
Jesus joined Arsenal from Manchester Metropolis in 2022 and initially performed a significant position in Mikel Arteta’s plans. Nevertheless, recurring health issues, together with an ACL harm suffered in 2025, disrupted his progress and restricted his alternatives.
Having now recovered from the intense knee harm, Jesus is predicted to start a brand new chapter in Spain if he efficiently completes his medical.
For Arsenal, the €10m package deal permits the membership to maneuver on from a participant who had turn out to be a peripheral determine whereas creating area of their squad.
Barcelona, in the meantime, consider Jesus can present helpful depth, expertise and suppleness as they put together for an additional demanding marketing campaign.
With the medical scheduled for Monday and journey already licensed, the switch is now approaching completion.
