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" who will be a valuable addition to his side. The 29-year-old Brazilian is set to complete his £10 million move from the north London club to Camp Nou on Tuesday. Jesus watched Barcelona's 5-2 La Liga victory over Rayo Vallecano on Monday before his transfer.
Flick expressed his delight at securing the services of Jesus, stating that the forward can bring significant benefits to the team and is of "great importance" to them. The Spanish champions had previously pursued Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, but ultimately opted for Jesus. Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres departed Barcelona this summer, with Raphinha recently starting the team's opening matches in an unconventional central-striker role.
Jesus trails Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyokeres in the pecking order at Arsenal, having one season remaining on his contract.
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