Arsenal have been dealt an untimely setback as defender Gabriel Magalh\u00e3es has sustained a muscle injury in his right thigh, Brazil\u2019s national team has officially confirmed. The centre-back, who has been a vital presence for both club and country, will now miss Brazil\u2019s upcoming trip to Lille, where the Sele\u00e7\u00e3o are scheduled to face Tunisia in an international friendly.<\/p>\n
The injury concern emerged after Gabriel reportedly felt discomfort during national team training. Following medical evaluations, Brazil\u2019s staff decided against risking the defender, opting instead to release him from international duty. The decision ensures he can return to London for further assessment by Arsenal\u2019s medical team, who will determine the severity of the issue and outline a recovery plan.<\/p>\n
Gabriel\u2019s absence comes at a crucial point in Arsenal\u2019s campaign. With the North London Derby looming, fans were left anxious about the defensive situation. However, there is positive news for the Gunners as Riccardo Calafiori has been declared 100% fit for the clash against Tottenham Hotspur. The Italian defender\u2019s availability may help ease worries should Gabriel require time on the sidelines.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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