Arsenal fans can breathe a sigh of relief after head coach Mikel Arteta confirmed that Gabriel Magalhaes’ knee injury, sustained during Saturday’s clash with Liverpool, is not as serious as initially feared.
Gabriel, who was forced to leave the field after a challenge late in the game, has been undergoing assessments, with early indications suggesting a swift recovery.
“We’re still assessing him. It doesn’t look that bad,” Arteta shared in his post-match comments. “It’s still early to predict how long he will be out.”
The 25-year-old Brazilian has been pivotal in Arsenal’s backline this season, and his absence would have raised concerns as the Gunners fight to stay competitive in the Premier League and European campaigns.
Gabriel’s partnership in defense has been essential to Arsenal’s success, helping the team maintain one of the strongest defenses in the league.
Arteta’s update will reassure Arsenal supporters eager to see Gabriel back on the pitch, as they prepare for a busy fixture list in the weeks ahead.