Brazilian footballer Gabriel Jesus signs contract extension with Manchester City

August 6, 2018 On Friday, English football club Manchester City announced Brazilian forward signed a contract extension adding two years to his contract with the club. Jesus's new contract runs until 2023. 21-year-old Jesus joined Manchester City last year in January 2017 from Brazilian club for a reported fee of 27 million. Since then, the Brazilian has featured in 53 matches for the club in all competitions and has scored 24 goals. During his time at the the Brazilian has won the  title as well as the Carabao Cup. Internationally, Jesus made his international debut in 2016 and he was part of the Brazilian squad for this year's FIFA World Cup in Russia but lost to Belgium in the quarter-finals.

After signing the contract extension, Jesus told ManCity.com, "I can say that it was the best decision I've made in my life to come to Manchester City because whilst I'm here I'm improving as a professional and as a person. Also thanks to the Club for being so organised and focused since I arrived."

Manchester City's footballing director said, "Gabriel is undoubtedly one of the best young forwards in world football, so to have him commit his future to us is a huge boost. There's so much variety in his game. I know how much Pep [Guardiola, Man City's manager] enjoys working with him and I am really looking forward to watching his development in the coming years."

Jesus was part of the Manchester City squad which won the 2018 Community Shield on Sunday, defeating Chelsea 2–0 at the Wembley Stadium.