PHOTOS: Man City Star Gabriel Jesus shared a Throwback Pics As a street painter in Brazil

Almost three years ago at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, the footballing world was yet to know the name of Manchester City superstar Gabriel Jesus.

Just 17-years-old at the time, the former Palmeiras striker was not selected for the Selecao but that didn't mean he couldn't help his country prepare for the international showpiece.

Everyone wanted to contribute and, as posted by the man himself on Twitter, Jesus adopted the role of street painter to help Brazil's roads look perfect for the occasion.

A pretty heartwarming photo and just three years later, the Jesus that was painting the streets of Brazil is lighting up the road to glory as one of the biggest stars in world football. The young striker has already scored six goals for Brazil's senior squad and won a gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

After his move to City in January, the Brazilian striker has been sensational, scoring seven goals and recording four assists in just 10 Premier League games.

Gabriel Jesus arrived from Palmeira to Manchester City in January and quickly established himself as manager Pep Guardiola’s number one striker with eleven goals from thirteen EPL starts last season.

Picking up where he left off with seven goals so far, the 20-year-old Brazilian forward has also upped his car game, picking up a cool white Mercedes SUV.