Bojan Krkic Sr Rates Gabriel Jesus Highly

Bojan Krkic Sr has lifted the lid on just how highly he rates Gabriel Jesus – and how long he has had his eye on the Brazilian forward.

“I bet a lot on him. The reports were very good,” he told Sport, explaining that his admiration goes back to Jesus’ days at Manchester City. “I went to see him twice when he was at City and there was talk that he could leave, before he left for Arsenal. And it wasn’t just me.”

For Bojan, the appeal is obvious. Jesus is not just another No 9 who waits in the box.

“He’s a very good player technically. He guides with both legs, drives the ball well and reacts very quickly in tight spaces.”

That blend of technique and movement, he believes, makes Jesus a perfect fit for a fluid attacking system.

“Gabriel Jesus is not a static centre-forward, he can appear in all areas of the area and also drop to the wing. And that is precisely what Hansi wants: that they constantly exchange positions. The good thing about him is that he is very hardworking. He is a team player and works a lot on the first press. When he has to go to press, he really gets involved.”

Bojan went deeper, highlighting the chaos Jesus can create for defenders and the options he opens up for his teammates.

“He has a lot of mobility, he messes up the defense, he offers passing lines, he presses and he associates. Gabriel perhaps gives you even more in that associative game,” he said.

For Krkic Sr, this is not just a smart signing on paper. It is a moment to be seized.

“It’s a golden opportunity. He has a mentality, he is aggressive when he plays, he has a change of pace and quality to finish. He can be a great success for the club.”