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Former Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus has revealed that he turned down an approach from Brazilian heavyweights Flamengo during the summer transfer window out of loyalty to boyhood club Palmeiras. Instead of returning to South America, the 29-year-old attacker completed a deadline-day switch from north London to Spanish giants Barcelona.

Barcelona have sought to steady the ship following a turbulent week that saw their momentum halted by painful defeats against PSG and Real Madrid. The first-team squad, alongside Hansi Flick and his technical staff, gathered for an emergency bonding session to restore confidence ahead of a crucial run of fixtures.

Barcelona appeared invincible before this season’s El Clasico until Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid found a route around the Blaugrana.

Thierry Henry has fiercely defended his performance as host of the recent Ballon d'Or ceremony following a wave of social media backlash. The Arsenal and France legend found himself at the centre of several controversies after his interactions with Lamine Yamal and co-host Kate Scott divided opinion among viewers.