“Nobody Told Me!” — Gabriel Jesus Criticizes Arsenal Hierarchy, Revealing Alleged Unfair Treatment Behind Swift Barcelona Move

Gabriel Jesus launched a strong criticism of Arsenal’s management, detailing the isolation and dissatisfaction he says he experienced before his unexpected transfer to Barcelona. The Brazilian forward stated that in his final days at the north London club, there was no clear communication from the club and that he was even excluded from first-team training, leaving him to train alone.

Marginalized at the Emirates Stadium: Cold Treatment Triggered a Crisis of Trust

After breaking his silence, Jesus responded for the first time to the high-profile transfer and issued sharp criticism of Arsenal’s management approach. He revealed that in his final weeks at the Emirates Stadium, communication between both sides had completely broken down. Despite maintaining a high level of professionalism, he said he was met with sudden and unexplained cold treatment from the management.

Isolated from the First Team: Forced to Train Alone

Jesus recalled the awkwardness and confusion of his final training sessions in London. He said he had already been marginalized without anyone directly discussing his future plans or manager Mikel Arteta’s tactical role for him.

“The fact is, I was training normally and completed the entire pre-season preparation with Arsenal. I knew I might not have many appearances or opportunities in the new season, but nobody came to explain anything to me,” Jesus said in an interview with SportyTV. “I have always been a professional player. I had been training with the group, but for some reason they suddenly isolated me and made me train alone.”

The former Manchester City forward was extremely confused about being left out of the squad because he was in good physical condition and fully prepared for the new season. “I always gave my best in training and stayed ready to return to the highest level whenever I had the chance. But in the final week of the transfer window, everything changed so quickly.”

The Blaugrana’s Swift Rescue: A Last-Minute Turnaround at the End of the Transfer Window

As Jesus became increasingly marginalized at Arsenal and was unable to join first-team training, his situation reached a standstill. Fortunately, La Liga giants Barcelona quickly made an approach. After learning about Jesus’ situation, Barcelona’s management intervened rapidly and took decisive action to complete the transfer.

Jesus credited the quick move to Barcelona sporting director Deco and the club president’s personal involvement, saying their active communication in the final moments of the transfer window helped complete the deal. “Deco, the president and the entire Barcelona team worked very efficiently. My agent also did a great job. When I confirmed there was an opportunity to join, I accepted without hesitation. I am extremely happy to be here now.”

Starting a New La Liga Journey: Responding to Doubts Through Performances

Now settled in Spain, Jesus is focusing all his energy on rebuilding his career in a new La Liga chapter. The 29-year-old Brazilian striker joined Arsenal in a high-profile move in 2022 and helped drive the Gunners’ revival as a key player, but his departure in this manner has left disappointment.

For Arsenal, Jesus’ departure marks a new stage in the restructuring of their attack; for Jesus himself, joining Barcelona represents an opportunity to silence doubts and prove his ability again on Europe’s top stage.