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In a blow to Arsenal’s defensive setup, Gabriel Magalhaes has withdrawn from the Brazil squad due to injury, casting doubt over his availability for the upcoming Premier League showdown against Manchester City.
The 26-year-old, who has formed a formidable partnership with William Saliba at the heart of Arsenal’s defense under Mikel Arteta, is reported to be suffering from an inflamed Achilles tendon, according to ESPN Brazil.
Gabriel’s absence comes as a worrying development for Arsenal as they gear up for the business end of the season, with just 10 league games remaining and the title race heating up. Arteta will be closely monitoring Gabriel’s recovery, hoping the injury is not severe enough to keep him out of action for an extended period.
With Arsenal set to face Manchester City on March 31 in what could be a pivotal fixture in their pursuit of a first Premier League title since 2004, the Gunners will be eager to have Gabriel back in contention. His absence could prove to be a significant setback as they aim to maintain their challenge at the summit of English football.
As the race for silverware intensifies, Arsenal fans will be anxiously awaiting updates on Gabriel’s fitness ahead of the crucial showdown against Manchester City.
