Barcelona reveal shock £25m price tag for Brazil star that Mikel Arteta can exploit for Arsenal

Arsenal have had a transfer fee revealed for Gabriel Jesus as he would prove to be a dream transfer for the Gunners. Mikel Arteta’s side are in desperate need of a striker in the summer, and Jesus would certainly be a great acquisition.

According to Spanish news outlet Marca, Barcelona are considering a £25m move for the Brazilian. His contract is set to expire at the end next season, meaning he can be signed for a bargain.

The Brazilian has scored 89 goals and added 45 assists since his move to City in 2017. However, due to the strength in depth City boast in attacking quarters and a momentary injury set-back, Jesus has only started six games in 2022. Arsenal have previously been interested in the player, and previous relations between him and Arteta could set the Gunners apart from Barcelona.

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The signing of Jesus would certainly enhance Edu’s reputation in his ability to acquire a top striker for Arsenal. The Manchester City forward has been pivotal for Pep Guardiola’s successes in recent years, and he could certainly play the same role for Mikel Arteta at Arsenal.

Arteta and the Brazilian international have worked together before during the Spaniard’s three-year tenure at the club as one of Guardiola’s coaching staff. This adds another incentive to secure his signature and improve the forward line ahead of next season.

The Gunners are in desperate need for a striker and will need to sign two forwards ahead of next season if Arteta wants strength in depth. This is because of the likely departure of Alexandre Lacazette, as his contract is set to expire at the end of the season.

If the Frenchman does depart from the