Barcelona have completed the signing of Brazil striker Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for 10m euros, after making a late change to the terms of his contract.

The deal is among Barcelona’s most significant moves of the current transfer window, with the club viewing the fee as a market opportunity that was too good to ignore. Jesus has now agreed to a fixed three-year contract, despite the initial proposal being a two-year deal with the option of a further season subject to specific conditions and targets.

According to Spanish newspaper Sport, Jesus had fallen outside Mikel Arteta’s plans at Arsenal for the current season. The 29-year-old also had only one year remaining on his contract at the Emirates Stadium, prompting both player and club to consider a move elsewhere.

Barcelona stepped up their interest towards the end of last week and completed the transfer for a reported 10m euros. The Catalan club believe Jesus can provide an important attacking option, particularly in the centre-forward position, where they have lacked a regular alternative.

Jesus arrived in Barcelona after recovering from a serious knee injury that kept him out of action for about 11 months from 2025. He told reporters at El Prat Airport that he was ready to return, saying: “The knee is perfect”.

He subsequently passed his medical examination successfully, clearing the final stage of the move.

Barcelona’s decision to extend the length of the guaranteed contract reflects their confidence that Jesus can rediscover his best form. The club regard him as a valuable addition to the forward line, where the main recognised alternative to the established striker role had been young Egypt international Hamza Abdelkarim.

Raphinha is also considered capable of playing through the middle if required, but Jesus’ arrival gives Barcelona another experienced option in attack.

The Brazilian is expected to take the number nine shirt previously worn by Poland striker Robert Lewandowski. That will mark the beginning of a new chapter in Jesus’ career, although he will be expected to demonstrate his fitness and sharpness quickly during the club’s upcoming training sessions.

Barcelona have not ruled out including Jesus in their squad for Sunday’s match against Valencia. However, the coaching staff are reluctant to rush him into competitive action after such a lengthy period on the sidelines.

The club are therefore expected to assess his condition carefully before deciding whether he is ready to make his debut. His successful medical has cleared him to join the squad, but the final decision will depend on how he responds to training and the demands of first-team football after his extended absence.