Gabriel Jesus has outlined his intention to remain at Arsenal for five years, just weeks after joining the club in a £45 million transfer from Manchester City. The Brazilian striker, who was Mikel Arteta's primary target this summer, stated that he sees his move to the Emirates as a long-term project.
Speaking to TNT Sports, Jesus explained: 'I always like projects in my life... I came here not to stay one or two seasons, but to stay five.' He cited Arsenal's dormant history and the challenge of winning as key factors in his decision, drawing parallels to his time at Palmeiras where he helped end a 22-year league title drought.
The 25-year-old has made an impressive start to his Arsenal career, scoring three goals in two pre-season friendlies, including a brace against Nurnberg and a strike against Everton. His arrival is part of a £90 million spending spree that also includes Fabio Vieira, Matt Turner, and Marquinhos, with a deal for former City teammate Oleksandr Zinchenko reportedly agreed.
Jesus aims to help Arsenal end their six-year Champions League absence, a goal that eluded the club last season due to a lack of goals from their forwards. Arteta believes Jesus can provide the firepower needed to secure a top-four finish and restore the club's status among Europe's elite.
