Gabriel Jesus is officially an Arsenal player as they complete a £45million deal for the Manchester City. striker
The Brazil international failed to become first-choice striker under Pep Guardiola so, ahead of the 2022 World Cup, he's swapped clubs.
Jesus is Arsenal's new No.9
His arrival is set to be a huge boost for the north Londoners as they finally replace forwards Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette, who left the Emirates on free transfers over the last six month.
Jesus is the Gunners' fourth signing this summer, following Fabio Vieira, Matt Turner and Marquinhos into the club, and has signed a 'long-term' contract.
He will also now be Arsenal's highest paid player, talkSPORT understands.
Jesus was part of Manchester City's Premier League title winning squad last season, contributing eight goals in 28 appearances.
However, the 25-year-old has often struggled for game time, with Pep Guardiola often rotating his starting XI and playing with a false-nine sometimes, rather than a centre-forward like Jesus.
And given impressive striker Erling Haaland signed for City this summer and will likely be at the forefront of Guardiola's plans, Jesus' departure is unsurprising.
Jesus is finally an Arsenal player
Jesus had a solid end to his time at City, netting four times against Watford in his side's 5-1 win
The Gunners are likely to be the perfect fit, given their desperate need for an experienced striker following the exits of Aubameang and Lacazette, as well as Jesus' relationship with boss Arteta from the Spaniard's time at Man City.
Jesus leaves City after making 195 appearances and scoring 85 goals in four-and-a-half years, winning four league titles.
The player himself is well aware of the history at Arsenal.
"I followed Arsenal when I was young because of [Thierry] Henry," Jesus said. "Obviously I didn't follow too many European teams but when I saw some of the players that played here, I was like "wow, this club is big." When I played against Arsenal I was looking at the Emirates and it was a very good stadium, so I'm very excited to play here.
"I'm so happy to sign for this big club. Since day one when I knew I could come to play for Arsenal, I was happy. I know the staff, I know some players, the Brazilian ones. I know there are a lot of top players. They are young and I'm still young as well, so I am so happy to be here to help. I come to help, to learn as well and to try to do my best."
Arsenal have a new man to lead their line
Technical Director Edu said: "We are delighted that we have secured the transfer of Gabriel. Everyone who knows football well, knows the qualities of Gabriel Jesus.
"Gabriel is a player who we have admired for a long time now. He is 25 years old and an established Brazil international who has consistently demonstrated that he is a player at a very high level. We look forward to seeing him join up with his new teammates ahead of the new season. We all welcome Gabriel to Arsenal."
Mikel Arteta added: "I'm very excited. The club has done a tremendous job to recruit a player of this stature. I know Gabriel personally very well, and we all know him well from his time in the Premier League and being really successful here.
"This is a position that's been on our radar for a long time now and we have managed to get a player that we all wanted, so I'm really happy."
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