“Gabriel Jesus” transferred to Barcelona club at the age of 29
Gabriel Jesus transferred to Barcelona at the age of 29. This is reported by One.uz.
He was bought from London's Arsenal for £8.6 million and signed a three-year contract. In an interview given to ESPN, Jesus called this transfer unexpected news.
A month ago, he said the chances of moving to this club were very slim, but now he never even dreamed of having the opportunity to move to Barcelona. He said, "If you had asked me a month ago, I would have said the chances of this transfer were very slim.
At 29, I never even imagined having the opportunity to join Barça."
The transfer was made possible not only by Jesus’ own initiative but also by Barcelona’s management playing a key role. Jesus agreed to a significant reduction in salary, as joining Barcelona was a lifelong dream.
He said: "I agreed to a significant cut in my wages, but wearing the Barcelona shirt has been a lifelong dream." This decision was crucial given that Barcelona must control its wage bill due to La Liga’s financial fair play regulations. Head coach Hansi Flick viewed Jesus as a strategic acquisition.
The £8.6 million fee for a three-year deal is considered low. Flick aims to use this transfer to ensure quality rotation and high competition in the attacking line.
Jesus won Premier League titles with Manchester City in England and later became one of Arsenal’s key players. Now he has the opportunity to revive his career in Spain’s La Liga.
Jesus’ move to Barcelona is also linked to a wage sacrifice. By accepting a lower salary, he helps the club free itself from financial constraints.
This situation is a necessary condition for the success of Hansi Flick’s project. Jesus now has the chance to play as a regular starter or a backup striker in Barcelona’s squad.
His experience, versatility, and reliable playing style could fit well into Flick’s tactical schemes. Time will tell, but the current situation suggests Jesus has a strong chance of a successful start at Barcelona.
Source: One.uz
