According to Calciomercato, Arsenal have an agreement with Gabriel Magalhaes while their £25 million offer for the defender satisfies Lille’s demands.
The Brazilian defender has been the centre of a drawn-out transfer saga.
According to GianlucadiMarzio, Lille have turned down Everton’s latest offer for Gabriel Magalhaes as they hold a gentleman’s agreement with fellow suitor Napoli.
But with Napoli awaiting on the future of Kalidou Koulibaly, Arsenal have stepped in.
Calciomercato claim the Gunners have found an agreement with the player. Moreover, their £25 million offer currently trumps Napoli’s proposal with Lille happy to accept.
Gabriel, 22, has an abundance of potential and seems like a fit for the Premier League.
Arsenal found some form at the end of the season, winning the FA Cup after beating Manchester City in the semi-final and London rivals Chelsea in the final.
But their league position at the end of the campaign illustrates the work which lies ahead.
Arsenal have long suffered from defensive frailties. Current duo David Luiz and Sokratis are both in their thirties, while Rob Holding and Calum Chambers lack top quality.
The Gunners must strengthen, and Gabriel is a potential long-term solution.
The Brazilian is young, physically strong, quick and determined to go far in his career.
With William Saliba joining up with the squad this summer, Arsenal could have the base of an exciting defensive partnership though Napoli may still pose a threat.
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