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Gabriel Fernando de Jesus (born 3 April 1997) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Premier League club Arsenal and the Brazil national team.

Key Information

Jesus began his senior club career at Palmeiras, where he was voted Best Newcomer at the 2015 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A and finished first in the Copa do Brasil. In 2016, he won the Bola de Ouro helping Palmeiras win their first national league title in 22 years. Jesus signed with English club Manchester City in January 2017 in a transfer worth £27 million,[4] and won four Premier League titles, three EFL Cups, and an FA Cup. In July 2022, he joined Arsenal in a deal worth £45 million.

After winning 21 caps and scoring 7 goals at youth level, including reaching the final of the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup and winning an Olympic gold medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics,[5] Jesus made his senior debut for Brazil in September 2016. He was part of the squads that took part at the FIFA World Cup in 2018 and 2022,[6] also participating at the Copa América in 2019 and 2021, winning the former tournament.[7]

Early life

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Born in São Paulo, Brazil. Jesus grew up in the neighbourhood of Jardim Peri, in poor conditions as his mother Vera was a single mother to him and his two brothers.[8] After initially playing street football, he joined amateur clubs in the region, his last one being Associação Atlética Anhanguera.[9][10]

Club career

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Palmeiras

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Jesus warming up for Palmeiras in 2015

On 1 July 2013, Jesus signed a youth contract with Palmeiras.[9] He was also the club's top goalscorer during the year, scoring 54 goals in 48 matches.[citation needed]

In January 2014, after lengthy negotiations, Jesus signed a three-year contract for Palmeiras with an additional two, with his salary to increase from R$15,000 to four times as much in the fifth year; the fee to buy him out from his contract increased tenfold to R$30 million.[11] However, the deal changed the balance of his economic rights from 75 to 25% in favour of Palmeiras, to 70–30% in favour of his agents.[12]

Jesus scored 37 goals in 22 games for Palmeiras in the 2014 edition of the state under-17 championship, leading to offers from clubs throughout the country and abroad.[9] He was first included in Palmeiras' squad for a senior match on 27 August 2014, remaining an unused substitute as they lost 0–1 at home to Atlético Mineiro in the first leg of the last 16 of the year's Copa do Brasil. He did not make any senior appearances during the campaign, as his side was seriously threatened with relegation;[13] this decision, took by managers Ricardo Gareca and Dorival Júnior, was widely criticised by the supporters, who demanded a change for the youngster through a petition.[14]

Jesus made his senior debut on 7 March 2015 in the season's Campeonato Paulista, replacing Leandro Pereira in the 73rd minute of a 1–0 win over CA Bragantino at Allianz Parque.[15] He totalled eight appearances, all off the bench, as the Verdão lost on a penalty shoot-out in the final against Santos.[citation needed] Jesus made his first career start on 29 April in the second leg of the second round of the year's cup, a 1–1 draw at Sampaio Corrêa (6–2 aggregate). On 9 May, he made his first appearance in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, starting in a 2–2 home draw against Atlético Mineiro on the first day of the season.[16]

Jesus' first professional goal came in the next round of the cup, away to ASA de Arapiraca on 15 July, the only goal of the two-legged tie.[17] On 26 August, his two first-half strikes at the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto gave Palmeiras a 3–2 win over Cruzeiro (5–3 aggregate), putting them into the quarter-finals.[18] Four days later he got his first league goals, starting and finishing a 3–2 win over Joinville Esporte Clube; the first goal came after 52 seconds.[19] Jesus finished the campaign with four goals from 20 games, and his team defeated Santos to win the cup; he was also a starter in both legs of the finals, but being substituted before half-time due to a shoulder injury. He was elected Best Newcomer in the league.[20]

On 4 February 2016, Jesus scored his first Paulista goal, opening a 2–2 home draw with São Bento in the second game of the season.[21] Twelve days later, he scored his first goal in continental football, a 2–2 draw away to Uruguay's River Plate in the opening game of the group stage of that year's Copa Libertadores, after coming on at the interval in place of fellow youngster Erik Lima.[22] Away to Rosario Central on 6 April, he scored twice in a 3–3 draw but was sent off for the first time in his career for fighting with Damián Musto; he later apologised for his misconduct.[23]

In the opening game of the national season at home to Atlético Paranaense on 14 May, Jesus scored twice in the second half of a 4–0 win.[24] He scored 12 goals as the team won their first national championship since 1994, and was named Bola de Ouro for player of the season.[25]

Manchester City

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Jesus with Manchester City in 2018

On 3 August 2016, it was announced that Jesus would sign for Premier League club Manchester City in January 2017 on a contract until the summer of 2021.[26] City paid a reported fee of £27 million/€33 million, plus add-ons.[27] The transfer was fully completed on 19 January 2017.[citation needed]

Jesus made his first Premier League appearance on 21 January, coming on as an 82nd-minute substitute for Raheem Sterling in a 2–2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur at the City of Manchester Stadium.[28] A week later, Jesus made his first appearance in Manchester City's starting XI, assisting a goal for Sterling in a 3–0 FA Cup win over Crystal Palace.[29] On 1 February he made his first Premier League start in place of Sergio Agüero, and assisted Kevin De Bruyne in the 17th minute and then scored his first goal for the club in the 39th. With this, he became the first Manchester City player to have a goal and an assist in their first Premier League start, as well as only the third City player to be involved in two or more goals in their first Premier League start.[30] In his fourth game (third league start) Jesus broke a metatarsal in his right foot and was expected to be out for the remainder of the 2016–17 Premier League season.[31] However, he returned in April for the Manchester Derby, coming on as a substitute in a goalless draw.[32] Jesus ended the 2016–17 season with seven goals and four assists in 11 games.[33]

He scored his first Premier League goal of the 2017–18 season on 26 August, an equaliser in a 2–1 away win over Bournemouth,[34] and added two more in a 5–0 win against Liverpool on 9 September.[35] He had a 14-game goal drought between 18 November 2017 and 7 March 2018 that encompassed a knee medial ligament injury on New Year's Eve, and after breaking his duck in the Champions League loss to Basel he admitted that fear of getting injured was affecting his game.[36] Jesus scored the last Premier League goal in the 2017–18 season against Southampton in the 94th minute, to secure City a league record 100 points.[37] On 3 August 2018, Jesus signed a contract extension with Manchester City, to take him up until 2023.[38] On 9 January 2019, Gabriel Jesus scored four goals for the first time in his career against Burton Albion in a 9–0 victory.[39]

On 13 March 2019, Jesus scored once after coming on for Sergio Agüero in the 7–0 (10–2 aggregate) UEFA Champions League Round of 16 win over Schalke 04 and in doing so helped the club equal the record for the largest winning margin in the knockout phase of the competition.[40] On 22 June, Jesus switched his jersey number from the number '33' shirt to the number '9' shirt.[41]

On 7 August 2020, Jesus assisted and scored both goals respectively in a 2–1 win in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Champions League against Real Madrid, played at the Etihad Stadium behind closed doors following the Coronavirus outbreak. Both goals were scored after Jesus' pressing forced two errors from Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane, sealing Manchester City's spot in the quarter-finals.[42] He was the only player to score in two separate games against Real Madrid in the 2019–20 football season, having also scored in the first leg in Madrid.[43] This meant he reached 14 goals in only 22 Champions League games, a record bettered by only three non-European players.[44][non-primary source needed]

On 23 April 2022, Jesus scored four goals in a 5–1 home win over Watford, sealing his first Premier League hat-trick.[45]

Arsenal

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On 4 July 2022, Jesus signed a long-term contract with Arsenal, and was assigned the number 9 shirt.[46] The fee and the duration of the contract were undisclosed, yet it was reported the Brazilian signed a five-year contract on a £45 million deal.[47] On 5 August, he made his club debut in a 2–0 away win against Crystal Palace in the Premier League.[48] On 13 August, in his second match and first at the Emirates, he scored his first and second competitive goals for the club against Leicester City and also provided two assists in a 4–2 win.[49] On 31 August, Jesus scored Arsenal's first goal in a 2–1 home win over Aston Villa, helping to maintain their 100% win rate from their opening five matches of the season.[50] He was later voted as Arsenal's Player of the Month for August 2022.[51] On 1 October, Jesus played in his first North London derby, and scored from close-range as the Gunners won 3–1 against rivals Tottenham Hotspur.[52]

On 12 March 2023, he made his first appearance since recovering from the knee injury he sustained in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, replacing Leandro Trossard in the 77th minute of Arsenal's 3–0 win at Fulham.[53] He scored twice in Arsenal's 4–1 win against Leeds United on 1 April, his first goals since recovering from his injury.[54] He finished his first season with 11 goals and six assists in all competitions.

On 3 September 2023, Jesus scored his first goal of the 2023–24 season in a 3–1 victory over Manchester United, netting Arsenal's third late in stoppage time.[55] On 20 September, Jesus scored in a 4–0 win against PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League, as Arsenal made their return to the competition after a six-year absence.[56] He then scored in Arsenal's 2–1 loss to Lens and then again in Arsenal's 2–1 win against Sevilla to become the first Arsenal player to score three goals in his first three consecutive matches in the Champions League since Marouane Chamakh in 2011.

Jesus scored his first goal of the 2024–25 season on 30 October 2024, opening the scoring in Arsenal's 3–0 win at Preston in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.[57] On 18 December 2024, Jesus scored his first hat-trick for Arsenal, scoring all 3 goals in a 3–2 win over Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter-final.[58] On 12 January 2025, he sustained an ACL injury during a FA Cup match against Manchester United which would sideline him for the rest of the season.[59] In September that year, he was left out of the team's squad for the 2025–26 Champions League season.[60]

International career

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Jesus with the Brazil Olympic team in 2016

Jesus was part of the Brazil under-20 team that finished as runners-up at the 2015 U-20 World Cup in New Zealand. He scored their first goal of the tournament in a 4–2 win over Nigeria in New Plymouth,[61] and converted as they advanced past Uruguay and Portugal on penalties.[citation needed]

In 2016, he was chosen in Dunga's provisional 40-man squad for the Copa América Centenario in the United States, and was considered as a replacement for the injured Douglas Costa in the final selection but missed out through the lack of a US visa.[62] Later that year, he was one of five forward named in the squad for the team's hosting of the Olympic tournament.[63] He scored once against Danish keeper Jeppe Højbjerg in their final group game against Denmark, an eventual 4–0 win, and in the semi-final against Honduras he added two more in a 6–0 victory.[64] Jesus won the Olympics with his team against Germany in a penalty shoot-out, scoring one of the penalties.[65]

Jesus made his debut for the senior team on 1 September 2016, in a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification game against Ecuador in Quito. He started the match and scored twice, as Brazil won 3–0.[66][67] Jesus was Brazil's highest scorer in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, with 7 goals in 10 matches.[68] In May 2018, he was named in Tite's final 23-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.[69] Jesus started all five games for Brazil at the tournament without scoring a goal.[70]

In May 2019, Jesus was included in Brazil's 23-man squad for the 2019 Copa América on home soil.[71] In the final against Peru on 7 July, at the Maracanã Stadium, he assisted the opening goal scored by Everton Soares, and later scored the match-winning goal late in the first half; however, he was sent off in the second half after collecting a second yellow card during the final following a collision with Carlos Zambrano. Brazil won the match 3–1 to win the title.[72] In August 2019, Jesus was handed a 2-month international ban from CONMEBOL, due to his behaviour after being red carded in the 2019 Copa América Final.[73]

In June 2021, he was included in Brazil's squad for the 2021 Copa América on home soil.[74]

On 7 November 2022, Jesus was named in the squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.[75] He was ruled out for the rest of the competition after picking up a right knee injury in the final group stage match against Cameroon.[76]

Style of play

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A versatile forward, Jesus is capable of playing in several attacking positions: he has been deployed as a center forward, as an out-and-out striker, as a false 9, as an inside forward, as a winger or as an attacking midfielder. Jesus is renowned for his technical skills, dribbling ability, creativity, movement, and work ethic. Former Brazilian striker Ronaldo has praised Jesus and touted him for future success with the Brazil national team.[77][78] He has been praised by Manchester City's Pep Guardiola that of the players he has worked with, he is the ‘best striker/defender’.[79]

In October 2019, Jesus said he was open to switching to a winger role at Manchester City in the hope of getting more playing time, though he acknowledged that there was still intense competition in the team for a starting spot out on the wing.[80]

Upon joining Arsenal, Jesus has been placed up-front as a striker in a 4-3-3 formation.[81]

Personal life

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Gabriel Jesus came to England with his mother and older brother, along with two friends.[82] He comes from a religious family and reportedly chose to wear the number 33 in tribute to the age at which Jesus Christ was crucified.[83] He and Neymar got matching tattoos in August 2016 depicting a boy overlooking a favela.[84][85]

Jesus' signature goal celebration, ‘Alô mãe’ ("Hello, mother" in English) where he makes a telephone gesture – has featured in the FIFA video games.[86]

Jesus and his partner Raiane Lima have two children, a daughter and son, born in May 2022 and June 2025 respectively.[87][88]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 12 January 2025
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League State league[a] National cup[b] League cup[c] Continental Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Palmeiras 2015[89] Série A 20 4 8 0 9 3 37 7
2016[89] Série A 27 12 12 5 2 0 5[d] 4 46 21
Total 47 16 20 5 11 3 5 4 83 28
Manchester City 2016–17[90] Premier League 10 7 1 0 0 0 11 7
2017–18[91] Premier League 29 13 0 0 4 0 9[e] 4 42 17
2018–19[92] Premier League 29 7 6 5 5 5 6[e] 4 1[f] 0 47 21
2019–20[93] Premier League 34 14 4 2 6 1 8[e] 6 1[f] 0 53 23
2020–21[94] Premier League 29 9 5 2 1 1 7[e] 2 42 14
2021–22[95] Premier League 28 8 4 1 1 0 8[e] 4 0 0 41 13
Total 159 58 20 10 17 7 38 20 2 0 236 95
Arsenal 2022–23[96] Premier League 26 11 0 0 1 0 6[g] 0 33 11
2023–24[97] Premier League 27 4 0 0 1 0 8[e] 4 0 0 36 8
2024–25[98] Premier League 17 3 1 0 4 4 5[e] 0 27 7
2025–26[99] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 70 18 1 0 6 4 19 4 0 0 96 26
Career total 276 92 20 5 32 15 23 11 62 28 2 0 415 149
  1. ^ Includes Campeonato Paulista
  2. ^ Includes Copa do Brasil, FA Cup
  3. ^ Includes EFL Cup
  4. ^ Appearances in Copa Libertadores
  5. ^ a b c d e f g Appearances in UEFA Champions League
  6. ^ a b Appearance in FA Community Shield
  7. ^ Appearances in UEFA Europa League

International

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As of match played 21 November 2023[89][100]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
Brazil 2016 6 5
2017 7 3
2018 12 3
2019 14 7
2020 2 0
2021 11 0
2022 7 1
2023 5 0
Total 64 19
As of match played 21 November 2023
Scores and results list Brazil's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Jesus goal.[89][100]
List of international goals scored by Gabriel Jesus
No. Date Venue Cap Opponent Score Result Competition
1 1 September 2016 Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa, Quito, Ecuador 1  Ecuador 2–0 3–0 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification
2 3–0
3 6 October 2016 Arena das Dunas, Natal, Brazil 3  Bolivia 4–0 5–0 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification
4 11 October 2016 Estadio Metropolitano de Mérida, Mérida, Venezuela 4  Venezuela 1–0 2–0 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification
5 15 November 2016 Estadio Nacional, Lima, Peru 6  Peru 1–0 2–0 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification
6 10 October 2017 Allianz Parque, São Paulo, Brazil 11  Chile 2–0 3–0 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification
7 3–0
8 10 November 2017 Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France 12  Japan 3–0 3–1 Friendly
9 27 March 2018 Olympiastadion, Berlin, Germany 15  Germany 1–0 1–0 Friendly
10 10 June 2018 Ernst-Happel-Stadion, Vienna, Austria 17  Austria 1–0 3–0 Friendly
11 12 October 2018 King Saud University Stadium, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 23  Saudi Arabia 1–0 2–0 Friendly
12 26 March 2019 Sinobo Stadium, Prague, Czech Republic 27  Czech Republic 2–1 3–1 Friendly
13 3–1
14 5 June 2019 Estádio Nacional Mané Garrincha, Brasília, Brazil 28  Qatar 2–0 2–0 Friendly
15 9 June 2019 Estádio Beira-Rio, Porto Alegre, Brazil 29  Honduras 1–0 7–0 Friendly
16 4–0
17 2 July 2019 Estádio Mineirão, Belo Horizonte, Brazil 34  Argentina 1–0 2–0 2019 Copa América
18 7 July 2019 Estádio do Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 35  Peru 2–1 3–1 2019 Copa América
19 2 June 2022 Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul, South Korea 55  South Korea 5–1 5–1 Friendly

Honours

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References

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from Grokipedia
Gabriel Jesus (born 3 April 1997) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for club and the national team. Known for his pace, dribbling, and clinical finishing, he rose from the favelas of to become one of Brazil's most promising talents, starting his youth career at Palmeiras in 2013 before making his professional debut in March 2015. With Palmeiras, he helped secure the in 2015 and the in 2016, earning the league's Best Newcomer award in 2015 and Player of the Year in 2016 after scoring 21 goals in 46 appearances that season. In January 2017, Jesus transferred to Manchester City for €32 million, where he quickly adapted to the Premier League by scoring seven goals in his first 10 matches and contributing to five league titles (2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2020–21, 2021–22), as well as the FA Cup in 2019—where he scored twice in the final—and three EFL Cups (2017–18, 2019–20, 2020–21). Over his 236 appearances for City across all competitions, he netted 95 goals before joining Arsenal on 4 July 2022 for €52 million on a five-year contract expiring in June 2027. At Arsenal, he made an immediate impact with two goals on his home debut against Crystal Palace, and in the 2023–24 season, he recorded eight goals and eight assists in 37 appearances, helping the team reach the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. However, injuries have interrupted his progress, including a knee issue in his debut 2022–23 season and a serious anterior cruciate ligament tear in his left knee in January 2025 that sidelined him for nearly 10 months; as of November 2025, he has returned to first-team training and is expected to feature again in early 2026. Internationally, Jesus debuted for Brazil's senior team in September 2016 and has earned 64 caps, scoring 19 goals, including four in qualifiers. He played a pivotal role in Brazil's Olympic win at the 2016 Rio Games, netting three goals, and scored the second goal in the 2019 Copa América final to secure a 3–1 victory over for the title. Jesus featured in the 2018 and s, though an injury forced him out just before the latter tournament, and he continues to contribute to Brazil's 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

Early life and youth career

Early life

Gabriel Jesus was born on 3 April 1997 in the of Jardim Peri, in the northern zone of , . He was the youngest of four children raised by his single mother, Vera Lúcia, a housekeeper who supported the family through her work after his father died in a motorbike accident before his birth. Growing up in poverty in this tough, uncompromising neighborhood, Jesus lived in humble conditions with his mother and three siblings, relying on basic provisions from local community initiatives. From a young age, Jesus developed a profound passion for football amid limited resources, often playing barefoot on the concrete streets and local pitches of the despite the dangers and hardships of his environment. His , determined to provide opportunities, encouraged his focus on education and the sport while working multiple jobs to sustain the family, shielding him from the need to contribute financially as a . Jesus's first organized football experiences began around age eight with the amateur club Pequeninos do Meio Ambiente in Jardim Peri, where he played on dirt and clay pitches in várzea matches, honing his skills in intense, competitive settings. There, under coach José Francisco Mamede, he quickly stood out, scoring in his debut game by past older opponents, marking the start of his structured involvement in the sport before transitioning to a professional youth setup at Palmeiras.

Youth career

Gabriel Jesus began his organized football journey at the age of eight with the amateur club Clube Pequeninos do Meio Ambiente in , where he developed his initial skills on makeshift pitches near a . He later moved to Associação Atlética Anhanguera, another local side, where he demonstrated exceptional scoring ability by netting 54 goals in 48 matches, drawing attention from professional scouts. In July 2013, at the age of 16, Jesus signed a contract with Palmeiras, joining their academy and quickly integrating into the under-17 team. At Palmeiras, Jesus progressed rapidly through the youth ranks, showcasing prolific form in competitive tournaments. In the 2014 Campeonato Paulista under-17, he set a club record by scoring 37 goals in 22 matches, highlighting his clinical finishing and movement off the ball. The following year, during the 2015 Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior, the premier youth tournament in , Jesus scored five goals for Palmeiras' under-20 side, earning widespread recognition for his decisive contributions. These performances underscored his transition from a promising talent to a standout prospect, with his goal tallies in seasons—often exceeding 30 per campaign—paving the way for senior integration. By late 2014, under coach , Jesus was called up to train with Palmeiras' first-team squad amid fan pressure to utilize his potential during a challenging league campaign. He made his senior debut on 7 March 2015, substituting in a 1–0 victory over CA Bragantino, and soon featured in the 2015 , marking his breakthrough from youth to professional levels. These early exposures in 2015, where he contributed goals and assists in limited minutes, solidified his reputation as one of Brazil's most exciting young forwards.

Club career

Palmeiras

Gabriel Jesus signed his first professional contract with Palmeiras in July 2013 at the age of 16, rapidly progressing through the youth ranks to earn promotion to the senior squad by early 2015. He made his senior debut on 7 March 2015, substituting in the 73rd minute during a 1–0 victory over CA Bragantino at . His first arrived three months later on 15 July 2015, securing a 1–0 win over Agremiação Sportiva Arapiraquense in the second leg of a third-round tie. Jesus quickly established himself as a key attacking option, blending pace, dribbling, and finishing to contribute significantly in multiple competitions. In the 2015 Copa do Brasil, Jesus scored three goals across 10 appearances, helping Palmeiras reach and win the final against Santos via a 4–3 penalty shootout after a 2–2 aggregate draw; he started both legs of the final but did not score. This triumph marked Palmeiras's fourth Copa do Brasil title and Jesus's first major honor at senior level. His breakout performances that year, including four goals in 20 Série A appearances, earned him the Best Newcomer award for the 2015 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. The 2016 season solidified Jesus's status as a star, particularly in the , where he netted 12 goals and provided six assists in 27 appearances, playing a pivotal role in Palmeiras's title-winning campaign—their first since 1994—clinched with a 2–0 win over Chapecoense in . His contributions included standout goals, such as a long-range strike against Cruzeiro in August 2015 during the prior knockout stage, highlighting his ability to influence high-stakes matches. For his efforts, Jesus was named the league's best player, winning the award at age 19, making him the youngest recipient in its history. Over his senior tenure at Palmeiras from 2015 to January 2017, Jesus made 83 appearances and scored 28 goals across all competitions, including four in the group stage. His rapid rise prompted a club-record transfer to Manchester City in August 2016 for an initial £27 million—then the highest fee for a Brazilian teenager—with Jesus loaned back to Palmeiras until the season's end.

Manchester City

Gabriel Jesus joined Manchester City from Palmeiras on 1 January 2017, having agreed a transfer the previous summer for an initial fee of £27 million, potentially rising to £32 million in add-ons. He made his debut for the club on 21 January 2017, substituting in the 82nd minute during a 2–2 Premier League draw against Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium. Just 11 days later, on 1 February 2017, he marked his first start with a goal and an assist in a 4–0 Premier League victory over West Ham United, becoming the first Manchester City player in the Premier League era to achieve both on a debut start. During the 2017–18 season, Jesus played a supporting role in Manchester 's record-breaking title win under , contributing 13 goals and 3 assists across 29 appearances in all competitions despite a mid-season that sidelined him for three weeks. His versatility as a forward allowed him to rotate effectively with , helping City secure 100 points and the league by 19 points. Injuries continued to affect his consistency, including a metatarsal in February 2017 that limited him to just 10 appearances and 7 goals in his debut half-season. Jesus's form peaked in the 2019–20 season, where he scored 14 goals and provided 7 assists in 34 appearances across all competitions, aiding City's domestic treble of the , , and a third-place finish. A in December 2019 interrupted his momentum, causing him to miss five matches, but he returned to contribute key goals in the triumph. In the following 2020–21 campaign, he added 9 goals in 29 outings, including strikes in the final victory over Tottenham Hotspur, as City clinched another title. Over five seasons at Manchester City, Jesus made 236 appearances and scored 95 goals with 45 assists, often thriving in a rotation system amid competition from high-profile forwards. His tenure yielded four titles (2017–18, 2018–19, 2020–21, 2021–22), one (2018–19), and four EFL Cups (2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20, 2020–21). In July 2022, seeking a more prominent role, he departed for in a £45 million transfer, ending his time at City on a high note with a winners' medal from the previous season.

Arsenal

Gabriel Jesus signed for from Manchester City on 4 July 2022 for a reported fee of £45 million on a long-term contract. He made his debut for the club on 5 August 2022 in a 2–0 away win against , where he impressed with his energy and involvement in the attack, forcing an , in a lively performance that showcased his prior experience under manager at Manchester City aiding his quick integration. In the 2022–23 season, Jesus featured in 25 appearances, scoring 7 goals and contributing significantly to Arsenal's second-place finish and qualification for the after a five-year absence. His versatility as a forward allowed him to adapt seamlessly to Arteta's high-pressing system, though minor injuries limited his consistency. The following 2023–24 campaign saw further inconsistencies due to recurring injuries, restricting his impact despite flashes of his technical prowess in limited starts. The 2024–25 season brought highlights early on, including a goal in the Carabao Cup against Preston North End on 30 October 2024, ending a prolonged , and a remarkable in a 3–2 comeback victory over on 18 December 2024, propelling into the semi-finals. However, his progress was halted by a serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury sustained on 12 January 2025 during an match against Manchester United, which sidelined him for approximately 10 months. Jesus returned to full training on 7 November 2025, marking a key milestone in his recovery, though he was excluded from 's 2025–26 Champions League squad to prioritize his rehabilitation. As of November 2025, Jesus has made 70 appearances for across all competitions, scoring 18 goals, while continuing to develop as a versatile forward capable of playing as a central striker, wide attacker, or supporting under Arteta's tactical setup. His time at the club has been defined by periods of brilliance interrupted by injury challenges, yet his adaptability remains a core asset in 's attacking options.

International career

Youth international career

Gabriel Jesus began his international youth career with Brazil's under-15 team in 2012, marking the start of his progression through the national youth setup. His early call-up highlighted his potential as a promising forward from Palmeiras' , where his performances earned him initial recognition on the international stage. In 2013, Jesus featured for the under-17 team at the in the , where he appeared in 5 matches and scored 2 goals as advanced to the quarter-finals before being eliminated by in a penalty shoot-out. His contributions during the tournament, including key attacking plays, showcased his speed and finishing ability, as reached the quarter-finals. Jesus's form continued to elevate in with the under-20 side. At the South American U-20 Championship in , he scored 5 goals in 7 matches, including a notable against in the group stage that propelled to the semi-finals and eventual title win. This success led to his inclusion in the in , where he played all 6 matches, scoring 1 goal and converting penalties in shoot-outs during the round of 16 against and quarter-final against , though fell 1-2 to in the final. The pinnacle of Jesus's youth international career came at the in Rio de Janeiro, where he was instrumental in Brazil's first-ever in . Over 6 matches, he netted 4 goals, including one against in the group stage, one against in the quarter-finals, and a brace in the 6-0 semi-final victory over . His performances earned him a spot in the tournament's Best XI, alongside teammate , as Brazil defeated 1-1 (5-4 on penalties) in the final to claim the title.

Senior international career

Gabriel Jesus made his senior debut for the Brazil national team on 1 September 2016, starting in a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against , which won 3–0; he scored both goals in the second half, marking an impactful introduction to international football. His first international goals came in that fixture, showcasing his clinical finishing and composure under pressure. Jesus was selected for the hosted by , where he featured in all six matches, scoring twice, including the opening goal against in the semi-final and the second goal against in the final, to help secure the title with a 3–1 victory over , despite his late red card in that match. In the , he appeared in five games for the hosts, contributing one goal, the winner against in the quarter-finals, though fell short as runners-up after losing the final to on penalties; Jesus was suspended for the decisive match due to accumulation of bookings. For the in , Jesus appeared in the three group stage matches without scoring before sustaining a knee injury during the match against , which ruled him out for the knockout stages. During the 2018 and 2022 qualifying campaigns, he scored a total of 11 goals, including seven in the latter to finish as the top scorer. As of November 2025, Jesus has accumulated 66 caps and 19 goals for , with notable contributions in World Cup qualifiers, including multiple goals alongside teammates like and in the attacking line. He made six appearances in 2023 qualifiers but has had no call-ups in the 2024 or 2025 periods due to ongoing recovery from club-related injuries, positioning him for a potential return in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign post-rehabilitation.

Style of play

Technical skills

Gabriel Jesus exhibits exceptional dribbling and close ball control, enabling him to maneuver through compact defenses with precision and agility. His low center of gravity and quick changes of direction allow him to maintain possession under pressure, often evading multiple markers in tight spaces. Coaches have praised his agility in possession, noting how he decelerates rapidly after bursts of speed to execute controlled turns and feints. This technical prowess stems from his early experiences in Brazilian street football, which honed his improvisational skills and ball mastery on uneven surfaces. As a forward, Jesus demonstrates clinical finishing with both feet, particularly excelling in one-on-one situations where he combines composure with instinctive placement. His ability to strike accurately from various angles, whether cutting inside or using the outside of his boot, has proven decisive in high-stakes moments. Despite standing at 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m), he possesses a notable heading ability, leveraging excellent timing and leap to contribute aerial goals, which adds versatility to his scoring repertoire. Jesus also contributes significantly to playmaking, having recorded 58 assists across his club career through sharp vision and precise through-balls that exploit defensive lines. His futsal-influenced background—rooted in Brazil's street and traditions—enhances his quick turns and creative , allowing him to link play effectively from deeper positions. A prime example of his varied finishing techniques came in December 2024, when he scored a against in the Carabao Cup quarter-final, netting with a composed low drive, a powerful strike, and a clinical finish to secure Arsenal's progression. These technical skills are underpinned by his physical attributes, which enable sustained execution during matches.

Physical and tactical attributes

Gabriel Jesus is renowned for his high work rate and intense pressing, which have been integral to the high-pressing systems employed by managers at Manchester City and at . He consistently contributes defensively, demonstrating his commitment to regaining possession high up the pitch. His pressing style involves bending runs to force opponents into specific directions, blocking passing lanes, and applying pressure from inside to out when positioned wide, often leading to turnovers that benefit his team's transitions. This tenacity is complemented by his ability to cover extensive ground, enabling him to sustain pressure throughout games. Jesus exhibits remarkable versatility across forward roles, having played primarily as a centre-forward in 285 appearances, but also effectively as a left winger in 38 matches and right winger in , allowing him to adapt to various tactical setups. His tactical awareness shines in off-ball movement, where he exploits spaces on the blindside of defenders, past markers, and coordinates with teammates to create overloads, often using changes of pace to disrupt defensive lines. This intelligence extends to his positioning during counters, leveraging his high pace and to exploit transitions effectively. Despite demonstrating physical resilience in maintaining a demanding , Jesus has faced recurring injuries, including multiple strains—such as a 27-day absence in 2023/24—and knee issues, notably an ACL tear in January 2025 that sidelined him for an extended period. Since joining , his game has evolved, with improvements in aerial duels (achieving a 33.9% success rate, higher than some predecessors) and hold-up play, where he drops deep as a false nine, holds the ball back-to-goal, and links with midfielders more effectively.

Personal life

Family and relationships

Gabriel Jesus maintains a profound connection with his , Vera Lúcia Diniz de Jesus, who was instrumental in guiding his early professional development. When he signed his inaugural professional contract with Palmeiras in 2015, Jesus dedicated his initial earnings to her, entrusting her with financial oversight to promote discipline and family stability. This bond is symbolized by two tattoos he bears in her honor, underscoring her as the most influential figure in his life. He routinely shares career achievements with her first, such as video-calling her immediately after extending his Manchester City contract in 2018. Jesus has been in a committed relationship with Raiane Lima since July 2021. The pair welcomed their first child, daughter Helena, in May 2022, followed by a son, Daniel, in June 2025. They briefly parted ways in January 2023 amid external pressures but reconciled soon after, solidifying their partnership. Family considerations shaped Jesus's adjustments during his Manchester City tenure from 2016 to 2022, as he relocated relatives including his mother, older brother, and close friends to for emotional support. This arrangement helped mitigate , with the group residing together in until visa expirations prompted their return to in early 2019. Throughout personal and professional trials, Jesus's family has served as his primary support network, notably during his 2025 anterior cruciate ligament injury recovery. His partner, children, mother, brothers, and friends offered consistent motivation, accompanying him in where he spent significant rehabilitation time shortly after the birth of his second child.

Religion and public image

Gabriel Jesus is a devout Christian who has frequently credited his as a guiding force in his life and career. In a 2017 interview, he stated, "I have a lot of in ," emphasizing its importance amid his rise in professional football. His choice of jersey number 33 stems from its symbolic significance, representing the age at which Christ was crucified, serving as a personal tribute to his beliefs. Jesus publicly expresses his faith through , where he shares messages of gratitude to , such as posts declaring "GOD IS GREAT" after personal milestones and "God is in control" following key performances. These expressions align with his routine of , which he has described as integral to maintaining focus and positivity before matches and training sessions. Beyond personal faith, he has supported community initiatives in , including donations of 400 food baskets to residents in his childhood of Jardim Peri in during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic, aiding families in need. His story has also inspired social projects in the area, such as programs encouraging youth to pursue education and sports as pathways out of poverty. Jesus's endorsements reflect his wholesome public persona, including a long-term deal with since 2019 and a 2019 campaign with under , where he appeared alongside to promote themes of perseverance and teamwork. In media portrayals, he is often hailed as a for young people from underprivileged backgrounds, given his journey from painting streets in a favela to international stardom, with murals in Jardim Peri honoring him as a local hero. While occasionally criticized for inconsistent goal-scoring output, particularly with the national team—where he has admitted it is "not my strong point"—he is widely praised for his humility, work ethic, and positive demeanor off the pitch.

Career statistics

Club

ClubSeasonLeagueAppsGoals
Palmeiras2015Série A207
2016Série A2112
Total8328
ClubSeasonLeagueAppsGoalsAssists
Manchester City[2016–17Premier League](/page/2016–17_Premier_League)101
[2017–18Premier League](/page/2017–18_Premier_League)277
[2018–19Premier League](/page/2018–19_Premier_League)307
[2019–20Premier League](/page/2019–20_Premier_League)279
[2020–21Premier League](/page/2020–21_Premier_League)239
[2021–22Premier League](/page/2021–22_Premier_League)258
Total1595829
ClubSeasonLeagueAppsGoalsAssists
Arsenal2022–232475
2023–242688
2024–252764
Total962620

Palmeiras

Gabriel Jesus began his professional career at Palmeiras, where he contributed to two major domestic titles. In 2015, he played a key role in the victory, featuring in the finals against Santos and helping secure the club's first win in the competition since 1998 through his appearances and early senior goals. In 2016, Jesus was instrumental in Palmeiras' triumph—their first league title in 22 years—scoring 12 goals in the campaign and earning the award as Brazil's best player.

Manchester City

During his five-and-a-half-year stint at Manchester City from January 2017 to July 2022, Jesus was part of a dominant era, contributing 95 goals and 46 assists in 236 appearances across all competitions. He helped win four titles in the 2017–18, 2018–19, 2020–21, and 2021–22 seasons, often providing crucial goals and depth as a versatile forward under . Additionally, Jesus featured in the success, scoring in the semifinal against . Jesus also secured three EFL Cup titles in 2017–18, 2018–19, and 2019–20, starting in the 2019 final victory over Chelsea and contributing to the team's cup runs with his pressing and finishing. He won two FA Community Shields in 2018 and 2019, scoring the decisive penalty in the 2019 shootout against after a 1–1 draw. At club level, Jesus received multiple Manchester City Player of the Month awards, including for August and September 2021, recognizing his consistent performances and goal contributions during those periods.

Arsenal

Since joining in July 2022 for £45 million, Jesus has yet to win any major club honours as of November 2025. The team finished as runners-up in both the 2022–23 and 2023–24 seasons, with Jesus providing key goals and assists in their title challenges, though falling short behind Manchester City.

International

CompetitionYearAppsGoals
Olympics201663
201962
202140
202231
Total70+19+
Gabriel Jesus has achieved significant success with the national team, most notably securing a at the in Rio de Janeiro, where he contributed 3 goals across 6 matches, including a brace in the 6–0 semi-final victory over . His senior international honours include winning the on home soil, during which he scored 2 goals—one in the semi-final against and another in the 3–1 final triumph over —while also recording 2 assists despite being sent off in the final. Jesus featured in subsequent major tournaments without adding to his title collection, including the where reached the final as runners-up after he played in 4 matches, and the where he appeared in the group stage before a ruled him out as advanced to the quarter-finals. At youth level, Jesus represented Brazil at the 2015 South American U-20 Championship, finishing as runners-up, and reached the final of the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup.

Honours

Palmeiras

Gabriel Jesus began his professional career at Palmeiras, where he contributed to two major domestic titles. In 2015, he played a key role in the Copa do Brasil victory, featuring in the finals against Santos and helping secure the club's first win in the competition since 1998 through his appearances and early senior goals. In 2016, Jesus was instrumental in Palmeiras' Campeonato Brasileiro Série A triumph—their first league title in 22 years—scoring 12 goals in the campaign and earning the Bola de Ouro award as Brazil's best player.

Manchester City

During his five-and-a-half-year stint at Manchester City from January 2017 to July 2022, Jesus was part of a dominant era, contributing 95 goals and 46 assists in 236 appearances across all competitions. He helped win four titles in the 2017–18, 2018–19, 2020–21, and 2021–22 seasons, often providing crucial goals and depth as a versatile forward under . Additionally, Jesus featured in the success, scoring in the semifinal against . Jesus also secured four EFL Cup titles in 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20, and 2020–21, starting in the 2019 final victory over Chelsea and contributing to the team's cup runs with his pressing and finishing. He won two FA Community Shields in 2018 and 2019, scoring the decisive penalty in the 2019 shootout against after a 1–1 draw. At club level, Jesus received multiple Manchester City Player of the Month awards, including for August and September 2021, recognizing his consistent performances and goal contributions during those periods.

Arsenal

Since joining in July 2022 for £45 million, Jesus has yet to win any major club honours as of November 2025. The team finished as runners-up in both the 2022–23 and 2023–24 seasons, with Jesus providing key goals and assists in their title challenges, though falling short behind Manchester City.

International

Gabriel Jesus has achieved significant success with the national team, most notably securing a at the in Rio de Janeiro, where he contributed 3 goals across 6 matches, including a brace in the 6–0 semi-final victory over . His senior international honours include winning the on home soil, during which he scored 2 goals—one in the semi-final against and another in the 3–1 final triumph over —while also recording 2 assists despite being sent off in the final. Jesus featured in subsequent major tournaments without adding to his title collection, including the where reached the final as runners-up after he played in 4 matches, and the where he appeared in the group stage before a ruled him out as advanced to the quarter-finals. At youth level, Jesus represented at the 2015 South American U-20 Championship, finishing as runners-up, and reached the final of the .

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