KEHINDE FAJOBI
Arsenal have completed the signing of former Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus on a long-term contract.
The Brazil forward is understood to have been signed for £45m with the contract expiring in June 2027 and will wear the Number 9 shirt vacated by Alexandre Lacazette.
The 25-year-old scored 95 goals in 236 appearances in all competitions during his five seasons at Manchester City.
The Technical Director of Arsenal, Edu disclosed the signing of the Brazilian on Monday saying: “We are delighted that we have secured the transfer of Gabriel. Everyone who knows football well knows the qualities of Gabriel Jesus.
“Gabriel is a player who we have admired for a long time now. He is 25 years old and an established Brazil international who has consistently demonstrated that he is a player at a very high level.
“We look forward to seeing him join up with his new teammates ahead of the new season. We all welcome Gabriel to Arsenal.”