Mikel Arteta might need to take care of one in every of his key stars pushing for a “dream” switch away from the membership – although in all probability not anytime quickly.
Gabriel and William Saliba have fashioned the most effective centre-back partnership within the Premier League over the previous couple of seasons and within the 2023/24 season, they performed a mixed 6,464 minutes for the Gunners.
The North London facet had the most effective defensive file within the league as they conceded simply 29 targets in 38 video games, and lots of that success might be attributed to Gabriel and Saliba.
The Brazilian has lately confirmed that he will not be at Arsenal endlessly, although, as he needs to understand his dream of enjoying for Corinthians. And, crucially, he needs to play for the membership earlier than he will get too outdated.
“Corinthians, that’s since I used to be born and right this moment I don’t assume it must be any totally different. I nonetheless go to Corinthians video games by practice. It’s my dream, I need to play for Corinthians, I need to really feel that power,” he stated in quotes relayed by The Mirror.
“It’s one thing to consider. Typically I cease and assume, ‘Do you dream of enjoying for Corinthians?’ I do. ‘When would you play for Corinthians?’ For me, I’d be at Corinthians tomorrow.
“I hope it doesn’t take too lengthy as a result of I need to really feel the power of these followers, who’re unbelievable, as quickly as attainable.”
Gabriel in 2023/24
Gabriel had a terrific particular person season in 2023/24 as within the Premier League he received the vast majority of his tackles (0.8/1.4), aerial duels (2.3/4.2) and floor duels (4.7/7.8) whereas he additionally made 2.8 clearances and 4 ball recoveries on common per recreation.
