Barcelona targets Gabriel Jesus to replace Lewandowski as striker
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
FC Barcelona is actively pursuing Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal to fill the No. 9 role following Robert Lewandowski's departure. Barcelona's rejection for Julián Álvarez from Atlético de Madrid prompted a shift in focus. Jesus seeks to leave Arsenal after limited playing time, aiming for a prominent role in Catalonia. Concerns about Jesus's past knee injury have been alleviated, as Barcelona's medical staff confirmed his full recovery. His past performances include 95 goals for Manchester City and over 30 goals with Arsenal.
- •Barcelona targets Gabriel Jesus after losing Lewandowski.
- •Jesus wants to leave Arsenal for a bigger role.
- •Concerns about his knee injury have been addressed.
- •He has scored 95 goals under Pep Guardiola.
- •Discussions for his transfer are expected to progress.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — 👀 Mundo Deportivo: Gabriel Jesus, Barça's option for No 9
"FC Barcelona is wasting no time and is already going all in for Gabriel Jesus. After the definitive ‘no’ from Atlético de Madrid for Julián Álvarez, the sporting department has radically change...
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