Gabriel Jesus shirt number: Arsenal confirm new £45m signing will wear No9 at the Emirates
Arsenal have confirmed Gabriel Jesus’ squad number after finally announcing his £45million arrival from Manchester City.
The 25-year-old has signed a five-year contract at the Emirates Stadium, becoming Mikel Arteta’s fourth arrival of the summer after deals for Marquinhos, Matt Turner and Fabio Vieira.
After passing a medical, Jesus has been handed the No.9 shirt, replacing Alexandre Lacazette as its incumbent.
Previously, the shirt has been worn by Lucas Perez, Lukas Podolski, Chu-young Park, Eduardo and Julio Baptista.
Jesus will compete with Eddie Nketiah for a starting berth in Arteta’s frontline, while he is also capable of operating in a wider position.
Last season, the Brazil star scored eight goals and registered as many assists in 21 Premier League starts and represents a major signing for Arsenal, having been identified as Arteta’s leading target.
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