Gabriel Magalhães Sends Strong Message On Arsenal’s Title Ambitions For The New Season

‎Gabriel Magalhães denied having any offer to move to Saudi Arabia.

‎He explained that he signed a new contract with Arsenal because he believes “this season will be different” in their quest for silverware.

‎The 27-year-old extended his deal until 2029, ending speculation about his departure amid interest from Saudi Pro League clubs.

‎Mikel Arteta’s side has finished second in each of the last three Premier League seasons and is without a trophy since the 2020 FA Cup.

‎They have signed Martín Zubimendi, Christian Nørgaard, Noni Madueke, and Kepa Arrizabalaga to end their wait.

‎Additionally, negotiations are progressing for a deal with Sporting CP for Viktor Gyökeres and with Valencia for center-back Cristhian Mosquera.

‎Gabriel Magalhaes also shared his thoughts on Viktor Gyokeres, “For sure, when we played against him, it was a big challenge for us. What we know now is that he’s a great player, who definitely had a great season last year.”

‎Asked about the reported offers from Saudi Arabia, Gabriel said, “I didn’t hear about anything personally, I didn’t receive offers. A lot of people like to say things on the internet.

‎”I am focused on Arsenal. That is why I signed the contract that I signed and I am focused on the club.

‎”I’ve been at the club for five years now and I’ve seen how much the club has grown. I am here to win big titles and I do believe that this season will be different.

‎”We have let a couple of titles slip through our fingers recently. We almost won but I think this year, things will be different. I have a lot of faith in that.”

‎Asked whether there was a persuading factor in convincing him to commit his future to Arsenal, Gabriel said, “I only have one thing to say, and Mikel says it: We are ready to reach new heights this season.

‎”I don’t think we can give excuses; we did everything we could in the last three years. I feel like we had a little bit of bad luck sometimes, but we all believe that we can win big titles.

‎”The preseason has started. We’re focused on what our manager is telling us to do, what we have to do, and what we have to improve. I think this year will be different.”

‎Arsenal landed in Singapore on Sunday ahead of two friendlies against AC Milan and Newcastle United before heading to Hong Kong where they will face north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur.

‎Gabriel ended last season prematurely due to a hamstring injury he sustained in April, which required surgery. He has been working on his recovery since then.

‎As Arsenal prepare to face Manchester United at Old Trafford on August 17, he remains hopeful he will be fit for the start of the season.

‎Gabriel said, “I am improving a lot. I already feel really good. I have been training really hard with the group already.

‎”The season is going to be full of challenges, but I already feel good to hit the ground running and play.”