Gabriel's Future in Doubt as Saudi Clubs Circle Arsenal Star

 

GABRIEL IN HIGH DEMAND! ARSENAL FACE SAUDI TRANSFER THREAT FOR DEFENDER – GUNNERS READY NEW CONTRACT TO FIGHT OFF INTEREST

Gunners Prepare New Contract Amid Serious Saudi Interest

Arsenal are facing a fight to retain Gabriel Magalhães, with Saudi Pro League clubs ready to test their resolve with a big-money offer for the Brazilian center-back—prompting the Gunners to accelerate talks over a new contract.

The 26-year-old defender, who formed a rock-solid partnership with William Saliba last season, has emerged as a top target for Saudi giants Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr, who are prepared to offer lucrative terms to lure him away from North London.

Why Gabriel is in Demand

✔ Elite Physical Presence – Dominant in duels (75% success rate)

⚽ Aerial Threat – 5+ goals in last two Premier League seasons

🛡 UCL Pedigree – Key to Arsenal’s defensive solidity

Saudi Arabia’s Pitch

💰 £400k+/week wages (quadruple current salary)

🌟 Star status in growing league

🌍 Commercial opportunities

Arsenal’s Response

📝 Preparing improved contract offer

💷 Would demand £60m+ to sell

🔴 Arteta sees him as untouchable

Potential Replacements?

Ousmane Diomande (Sporting CP)

Gonçalo Inácio (Sporting CP)

Jarrad Branthwaite (Everton)

What’s Next?

New deal talks intensify this week

Saudi bid expected post-Euros

Player’s preference crucial