Gabriel Jesus now appears to be closing in on an Arsenal exit, with Barcelona reportedly expecting the Brazilian striker in Spain on Monday to undergo a medical examination.According to reports, negotiations between Arsenal and Barcelona are at an advanced stage, with the Gunners having already given Jesus permission to travel to the Catalan capital.The report claims the cost of the deal is expected to be around €10 million, while Barcelona have offered the 29-year-old a two-year contract with the option of a further season.Barcelona move develops quickly for Gabriel JesusThis represents a significant development in the striker’s future after it appeared Napoli were the club most likely to offer him a route away from the Emirates.As we reported on Friday, the Serie A side had shown concrete interest in Jesus but needed to move another attacker out of their squad before being in a position to complete a deal.Barcelona now appear to have moved ahead of the Italian champions.Mundo Deportivo report that Jesus is expected in Barcelona on Monday after Arsenal gave him permission to undergo his medical, suggesting negotiations have progressed considerably.The Catalan giants have been looking for a recognised centre-forward following the departure of Robert Lewandowski, with manager Hansi Flick having previously identified the position as one Barcelona needed to strengthen.Jesus would therefore arrive with an opportunity to compete for significantly more first-team football than currently appears available to him in north London.(Photo by James Fearn/Getty Images)Jesus has fallen down the Arsenal pecking orderMikel Arteta addressed Jesus’ absence from his squads earlier this week, explaining that it was connected to Arsenal’s numbers and the individual circumstances surrounding certain players.“Well, it’s something to do with the numbers that we have in the squad at the moment and the way we’re managing that kind of situation individually with all the players that have some personal situations,” Arteta said.Jesus has fallen behind Viktor Gyokeres and Kai Havertz in Arsenal’s attacking pecking order, leaving him with little prospect of regular minutes if he remains at the Emirates beyond the transfer deadline.The Brazilian has now spent four seasons with Arsenal after joining from Manchester City, but injuries have repeatedly disrupted his time in north London.A move to Barcelona would nevertheless represent an impressive destination for the striker and could provide him with the fresh start and regular football he needs.For Arsenal, accepting a fee of around €10 million would bring an end to another high-earning contract and continue the club’s work to reshape Arteta’s squad before the window closes.With Arsenal reportedly allowing Jesus to travel for his medical, this now looks considerably closer to completion than the speculation surrounding his future earlier in the week.Would €10 million represent good business for Arsenal given Jesus’ current position in the squad, or do you think the Gunners should be demanding more for the Brazilian? Let us know in the comments._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsArsenal striker on brink of sensational Barcelona move with medical on Monday30 August 2026, 15:00Aston Villa v Arsenal: Team News, Predicted Lineup and Score Prediction30 August 2026, 13:30Aston Villa v Arsenal Match Preview: Gunners Face First Away Test of the Season30 August 2026, 12:00The post Arsenal striker on brink of sensational Barcelona move with medical on Monday appeared first on Just Arsenal News.