Arsenal have sold Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona in a permanent transfer. The deal, confirmed by transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano on Tuesday, sees the Gunners receive a €10 million fee with additional add-ons.
What are the details of the transfer?
The agreement between Arsenal and Barcelona was finalized this week. The Spanish club will pay an initial €10 million, with the total package potentially rising based on performance-related clauses. Gabriel Jesus has been authorized to travel for his medical examination, which is scheduled for Monday. This move ends the Brazilian's two-year stay in North London after his arrival from Manchester City in 2022.
How does this affect Arsenal's squad?
Mikel Arteta now has a decision to make regarding his attacking options. The departure of a senior forward creates an opening in the squad ahead of the September transfer deadline. Arsenal's attack has started the season strongly, scoring three goals in their opening Premier League fixture. You can view the full roster on our squad page. The team currently sits sixth in the table with three points from one game.
What is Arsenal's current form?
Despite this off-field activity, the team's on-pitch start has been positive. Arsenal won their first match of the 2026-27 campaign, giving them a perfect record so far. They have scored three goals and conceded none, resulting in a +3 goal difference. This leaves them three points behind early leaders Manchester City in the title race. The latest standings show the tight competition at the top.
What comes next for the Gunners?
Attention now turns to a significant London derby. Arsenal's next fixture is at home against Chelsea on September 6th. Chelsea are currently eighth in the table, making this a key early-season clash. Preparations for this match will continue while the club manages the final days of the transfer window. Fans can follow the build-up on our fixtures page. The sale of Gabriel Jesus provides additional funds, but the immediate focus is maintaining their winning start against a direct rival.
