Can Gabriel return to playing for Arsenal this year?

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·29 de novembro de 2025

Can Gabriel return to playing for Arsenal this year?

Arsenal have faced a demanding season marked by a succession of injuries, yet few setbacks have carried the same significance as the loss of Gabriel, whose influence has been central to their defensive resilience and overall consistency. The Gunners regard him as one of their most dependable players, and the team’s defensive statistics when he is involved underline his importance. His presence in both penalty areas has been decisive, and his ability to read the game, compete physically and contribute to phases of play at both ends has made him integral to Arsenal’s structure and ambitions.

Gabriel’s Impact on Arsenal’s Season

Over the past two seasons, Gabriel has earned sustained praise for his performances, and he has continued to meet high standards throughout the current campaign. His leadership and consistency were evident as Arsenal worked to maintain strong positions in the Premier League and Champions League, highlighting his value to the team in pivotal moments. The club view him as an ideal fit for their long-term plans and has invested effort in keeping him fit, focused and content. His recent injury, however, has disrupted that progress and left Arsenal without one of their most reliable figures. The exact length of his absence is still unknown, creating uncertainty at a crucial stage of the season.

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Arteta’s Optimism Regarding Recovery

Mikel Arteta addressed the situation ahead of the Chelsea match, offering an update that balanced caution with optimism. He said, according to Standard Sports, “I think he is evolving really, really well.” He continued, “We have to wait for that scan a little bit longer to be more precise, in terms of the timings.” Arteta added, “But I am quite confident, especially the way that Gabi takes every injury and the way he is going to push everybody, that it is not going to be that long.”

Arteta’s remarks reflect confidence in Gabriel’s determination and recovery habits, suggesting that although the defender’s absence is a significant challenge, Arsenal expect him to return sooner rather than later and continue playing a central role in their campaign.

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