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Barcelona agree to sign Gabriel Jesus after failing to land Alvarez

Barcelona Agrees to Sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal

Source: ANTARA News · August 30, 2026 at 2:41 PM · AI-assisted report

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Barcelona Agrees to Sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal

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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Barcelona has reached an agreement to sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal after failing to secure Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Romano said on Sunday that Jesus is scheduled to undergo a medical test on Monday (Aug 31).

The deal includes a transfer fee of 10 million euros (about 195 million ringgit) plus potential bonuses, Romano said. The move comes after Atletico Madrid rejected Barcelona’s final offer for Alvarez. Jesus, 29, is seen as a replacement for Robert Lewandowski in Barcelona’s attack.

Malaysia Market Impact The announcement follows Barcelona’s recent 2-0 win over Athletic Club, with Raphinha and Fermin scoring. Jesus brings experience from stints at Manchester City and Arsenal, where he scored over 30 goals. His arrival could influence Barcelona’s financial planning, though no immediate impact on Malaysian markets is expected.

Details from the Source Jesus reportedly sought a bigger role after struggling with limited playing time at Arsenal due to competition in the squad. He has long expressed interest in playing for Barcelona, having admired the club since his time at Palmeiras. Concerns over a knee injury earlier this year have been addressed, with Barcelona’s medical team confirming his full recovery.

Outlook If Jesus passes his medical, he will join Barcelona as their new striker, filling the void left by Lewandowski. The deal marks Barcelona’s latest attempt to strengthen their attack after missing out on Alvarez. Further updates on the transfer will depend on the medical results and contract finalization.

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