The Brazil defender, 27, had two years to run on his current deal.

LONDON (AP) — Arsenal center back Gabriel Magalhaes signed a new long-term deal Friday that will reportedly keep the Brazil international at the club until 2029.Gabriel missed the last two months of the season with a hamstring injury but has formed a formidable partnership with France international William Saliba to anchor an Arsenal defense that has been the best in the Premier League. “I arrived here as a young player and after almost five years I’m so happy and I’ve learned a lot,” Gabriel said. “I’m so proud of myself, it’s an amazing journey, and I’m so happy to continue it.”The 27-year-old defender joined the Gunners in 2020 from French club Lille and has played 210 games in all competitions. He has scored 20 goals for Arsenal, becoming a major threat at corners and other set pieces.Gabriel was handed an extension even though his previous contract did not expire until 2027, signaling his importance to coach Mikel Arteta. Arsenal did not confirm the length of the contract, but British media reported it was…

Arsenal Football Club has announced that Brazilian defender Gabriel Magalhães has signed a new long-term contract, extending his stay at the club until 2029. Gabriel Magalhães, 27, joined Arsenal from French side Lille in September 2020 and has since become a key figure in the team’s defence. He has made 210 appearances across all competitions, […]

Arsenal defender Gabriel commits his future to the club by agreeing new long-term deal