Arsenal are in advanced talks with defender Gabriel Magalhães over a new contract, with an agreement now believed to be near.
The 27-year-old Brazil international, whose current deal runs until 2027, has been in discussions with the club for several months.
Talks have recently gathered pace, and a new agreement would represent a major boost ahead of a busy summer at the Emirates.
Gabriel has become a central figure under Mikel Arteta, forming a strong defensive partnership at the heart of Arsenal’s back line.
His season was cut short in April due to a hamstring injury that required surgery, but he is expected to return in time for the start of the next campaign.
The centre-back scored five goals across all competitions this season, underlining his growing influence on both ends of the pitch.
