Arsenal and Barcelona Finalize Agreement for Gabriel Jesus Transfer
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Arsenal have reportedly secured a deal in principle with Barcelona for forward Gabriel Jesus, indicating his imminent permanent exit from north London.
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Sources indicate that the deal is valued at approximately €10 million, equivalent to about £8.6 million, excluding potential add-ons.
While the transfer has not been finalized, discussions remain in an advanced stage.
Sky Sports reports that the two clubs have reached a preliminary agreement while they finalize the remaining particulars.
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BBC Sport also confirms that negotiations are progressing and that a conclusion is likely ahead of Tuesday’s transfer deadline.
In preparation for the transfer, Barcelona has arranged for Jesus to travel, with Arsenal endorsing the move. A medical examination is set to take place on Monday.
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Further reports indicate that the 29-year-old forward is expected to sign a two-year deal, with an option for an additional year.
The deal follows Barcelona’s unsuccessful attempts to acquire Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid, as the latter has refused to sell the Argentine player to their La Liga competitors.
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Gabriel Jesus is expected to travel for a medical after the clubs settled on a fee of about €10 million, plus add-ons.
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Arsenal have reportedly agreed a deal in principle with Barcelona for Gabriel Jesus, with the Brazil forward now moving closer to a permanent departure from north London.
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Multiple reports put the agreement at about €10 million, or £8.6 million, before add-ons.
The transfer has not yet been completed, but negotiations are understood to be at an advanced stage.
Sky Sports reports that Arsenal and Barcelona have reached an agreement in principle, with the remaining details still being worked through by all parties.
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BBC Sport also describes negotiations as advanced and says completion is expected before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.
Barcelona have reportedly made arrangements for Jesus to travel, with Arsenal authorising the trip. A medical is scheduled for Monday.
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Reports have also suggested that the 29-year-old would sign a two-year contract with an option for a third.
The move comes after Barcelona were unable to make progress in their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, with Atletico Madrid unwilling to sell the Argentine forward to their La Liga rivals.
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