Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has signed a brand new long-term contract to maintain him on the membership till 2029.
The Brazilian was already below contract till 2027, however this new deal displays his significance to supervisor Mikel Arteta’s challenge at Emirates Stadium.
Gabriel, 27, has been a key participant for Arsenal since becoming a member of the membership in a £27m transfer from Lille in 2020, making 210 appearances in all competitions.
“I arrived right here as a younger participant and after nearly 5 years I am so glad and I’ve discovered rather a lot,” Gabriel mentioned.
“I am so pleased with myself, it is a tremendous journey, and I am so glad to proceed it. I hope I win some trophies with this membership, as a result of I like this membership and my household loves the membership, too.
“Arsenal is a tremendous membership and I am so proud to signal a brand new contract. I like the supporters, my team-mates, I like this stadium. I am so proud and thanks for all of the assist. We proceed collectively for the longer term.”
Since 2022 he has shaped a powerful partnership with William Saliba within the centre of defence, and confirmed to be a serious risk from set items.
Gabriel missed the ultimate two months of the 2024-25 season with a hamstring harm and his absence was keenly felt – Arsenal dropped out of the Premier League title race and have been defeated within the Uefa Champions League semi-finals by eventual winners Paris St-Germain.
In the meantime, the Gunners are hoping to finish a deal for Actual Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, and are working to signal a brand new striker.
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