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Gabriel Jesus turned down Barcelona and Real Madrid to join Manchester City, claims Fernandinho: 'I said you will have to opportunity to play'

Fernandinho has revealed that he convinced Gabriel Jesus to turn down Barcelona and Real Madrid to join Manchester City.

Jesus has made a stunning start to life in England since his £27million move from Palmeiras in January, scoring three times in his last two Premier League games, including a match-winning double against Swansea City at the weekend.

He was understandably targeted by a number of Europe's top sides, but his compatriot encouraged him move to the Etihad instead.

Fernandinho (right) revealed he helped convince Gabriel Jesus to join Manchester City
Fernandinho (right) revealed he helped convince Gabriel Jesus to join Manchester City
Jesus has made a sublime start to life in the Premier League since his January move
Jesus has made a sublime start to life in the Premier League since his January move

And he admitted that the promise of regular game time - something Jesus has received under manager Pep Guardiola - was part of his tactic to sell the club to the 19-year-old.