Sergio Agüero backs Gabriel Jesus to succeed following Barcelona transfer

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Sergio Agüero backs Gabriel Jesus to succeed following Barcelona transfer
Summary

Gabriel Jesus joined Barcelona on transfer deadline day after departing Arsenal. The 29-year-old forward was signed by the Spanish club as an alternative to primary target Julián Alvarez, who remained unavailable. Despite concerns regarding his recent injury record, former Manchester City teammate Sergio Agüero expressed confidence in the move. Speaking on the Jijantes program, Agüero stated that the playing style utilized by manager Hansi Flick suits the forward. He projected that Jesus could score between 10 and 15 goals per season given the tactical similarities to his time under Pep Guardiola. Barcelona moved for Jesus after he fell out of the plans of manager Mikel Arteta at Arsenal earlier this summer.

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  • Gabriel Jesus joined Barcelona on transfer deadline day.
  • Barcelona pursued Jesus after failing to sign Julián Alvarez.
  • Sergio Agüero predicts the forward will score 10 to 15 goals per season.
  • Mikel Arteta deemed Jesus surplus to requirements at Arsenal.
  • Fans expressed concern regarding the forward's recent injury history.
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  • 9:25 PMYahoo Sports‘Easily score 10 or 15 goals’ – Former Man City teammate tips Gabriel Jesus to thrive at Barcelona
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Former Barcelona star Sergio Agüero has revealed his take that new Blaugrana signing Gabriel Jesus will ultimately go on to prove himself a success in Catalunya’s capital.This of course comes fresh...

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