Mikel Arteta issues Gabriel Magalhaes injury update for Arsenal vs Everton

Mikel Arteta says Gabriel Magalhaes is in contention to be available for Arsenal's Premier League clash against Everton on Saturday. - metro.co.uk

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Gabriel has missed Arsenal's last three matches (Getty) The Brazilian defender has missed Arsenal's last three matches after being forced off at half time in the 5-2 victory against West Ham on November 30. Earlier this week, Arteta confirmed that Gabriel is suffering from a 'muscular injury' and indicated that Arsenal's busy schedule has made it difficult for the 26-year-old to recover quickly. However, during his press conference on Friday, Arteta indicated that Gabriel is on the verge of making a return, with Riccardo also working his way back to fitness.

'There is a possibility one of them to be available,' Arteta said. 'He trained today and..



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