Arsenal to fend off Saudi interest as they ‘hold positive contract talks’ with star performer

Arsenal have reportedly held positive contract talks with Brazil international Gabriel Magalhaes, who has been linked with the Saudi Pro League.

invested around £27m to sign Gabriel from Ligue Un outfit Lille in 2020 for around £27m.

has made over 150 appearances for Arsenal across all competitions as he has established himself as one of the best centre-backs in the Premier League.

The 26-year-old has benefitted from the return of William Saliba as the pair have combined superbly in the last two seasons. They have been vital this season to ensure Arsenal arguably have the best defence in the Premier League.

Ex-Arsenal defender Lauren has argued that Gabriel and Saliba are the best pair in England at the moment .

“There isn’t a better centr…