Gabriel Jesus, one of Arsenal's four summer recruits, was signed for 45 million pounds from Manchester City in the close season.
Arsenal's new signee, Gabriel Jesus, had a dream start for the Gunners as the Brazilian striker scored twice for the north London club in a pre-season 5-3 victory against Germany's Nuremberg on Friday.
With Mikel Arteta's side down 2-0, Jesus came on as a half-time substitute and got on the scoresheet in 90 seconds, sparking massive jubilation among Arsenal fans. Eighteen minutes later, the 25-year-old scored another strike to wrap up the win.
Gabriel Jesus scores 90 seconds into his Arsenal debut. 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/8eelpac648
— Connor Humm (@TikiTakaConnor)Nine minutes after the restart, Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Elneny fired a rocket from 30 yards to tie the score at 2-2. Two own goals ensured Mikel Arteta's team began their pre-season campaign with a victory.
In the close season, the Brazilian was signed for 45 million pounds from Manchester City.
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Jesus took to Instagram after this win to cherish his dream debut for Arsenal. "Hello Gunners," wrote the Brazilian in a post that saw fans shower their love on the striker. Teammate Gabriel Martinelli, too posted two red-heart emojis to celebrate his twin strike in Nuremberg.
Among those praising Jesus was also former Manchester City teammate and legendary Argentine striker Sergio Aguero. "Dale Pa 🤟🏽," wrote the icon in the comment box.
Arsenal fans took to Twitter to applaud their new number 9. Here's a look at some of the reactions:
⏰ | Gabriel Jesus (47')
⏰ | Gabriel Jesus (75')
The perfect start 📞 pic.twitter.com/2HsdgkSWFP
When you think about how young and inexperienced most of our squad is, imagine the impact a signing like Gabriel Jesus makes. 4 PL titles at 25 and undeniable talent. What an example. Tremendously exciting.
— FK (@fkhanage)I know a baller when I see one. Gabriel Jesus is a supreme baller pic.twitter.com/f6QaBJeV0R
— ⁹ 8x🏆 (@ErlingRoIe)Gabriel Martinelli Assist
Gabriel Jesus Goal
Just the beginning. pic.twitter.com/rHTWWMBBtG
I know it's only a friendly, but my word Gabriel Jesus is some player. Movement, touch and finishing has all been top draw for a pre-season opener.
— Daniel Cutts (@Journo_Slash)Hello！！
Thank you for joining to Arsenal♥️ https://t.co/OFTydNZ3uo
Yess Gabby https://t.co/oiIulRvrLi pic.twitter.com/2Pl0JQ2i8I
— Mango (@Mr_Ngubeni)Hello Top 9! https://t.co/3srWFHGPPy
— Steaches 💰es (@the_uglygod)