Barcelona signing ‘top striker’ in Jesus, says Flick
Coach Hansi Flick says the Arsenal forward can offer options with Raphinha currently playing out of position as a central striker.
Barcelona's coach Hansi Flick has hailed Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus as a "top striker" ahead of his expected £10 million transfer to the Spanish champions. The 29-year-old Brazilian was spotted at Camp Nou on Monday, watching Barcelona secure a 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano in La Liga before the move is formalized. Flick expressed his excitement about Jesus' arrival, stating that the player will bring significant value to the team.
Barcelona had previously pursued Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, but were unable to secure his signature. The departure of Robert Lewandowski, Ferran Torres, and the recent struggles of winger Raphinha, who is currently playing out of position as a central striker, have left Barcelona in need of a new forward. Jesus will join Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's squad after completing his Arsenal contract, which has one year remaining.
The German coach is yet to confirm Jesus' exact position in Arsenal's lineup, but has noted that he will be competing with current strikers Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyokeres for a starting spot.
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