Gabriel Magalhães Faces Setback as Brazil Confirms Thigh Injury Ahead of Tottenham Clash
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães has suffered a muscle injury in his right thigh while on duty with Brazil, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has confirmed, sparking concerns ahead of a key match against Tottenham.
The problem reportedly affects his adductor muscle, and imaging tests conducted on Gabriel revealed a thigh muscle injury.
As a result, he has withdrawn from Brazil’s upcoming friendly against Tunisia and returned to London for further assessment.
This development is troubling for Arsenal, as Gabriel is now a doubtful starter for their North London derby against Tottenham, a huge fixture as part of their Premier League campaign.
The extent of his absence remains unclear. According to some reports, this thigh injury could sideline him for at least a month, although a precise return date has not been confirmed.
In Gabriel’s absence, manager Mikel Arteta may need to rely on defensive alternatives like Piero Hincapié or Cristhian Mosquera to fill the void.