Arsenal Injury Update: Gabriel Magalhaes Latest Details, Recovery Timeline
Arsenal’s defensive woes keep on piling up with Gabriel Magalhaes joining Riccardo Calafiori, Ben White, Jurrien Timber and Takehiro Tomiyasu in their extensive injury list. The injury happened in Arsenal’s 2-1 win against Fulham in the Premier League. Gabriel Magalhaes was running back towards his goal to track back during Fulham’s counterattack, however, he signalled for help once the play stopped. This happened quite early in the game in the 16th game and then Jakub Kiwior came on to replace him.
The injury suffered is expected to affect further plans for Arsenal. On that note, read below and get a detailed overview of how the forward faced the injury, the freshest update on the situation, the impact of the blow on the club, his possible replacements, and his return to action date.
Gabriel Magalhaes Injury Update
Magalhaes has suffered a hamstring injury in his right leg and needs to undergo surgery that will keep him out for the rest of the season. This is a big blow for Arsenal considering the important role the key defender played.
Have a look at what Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had to say about Gabriel’s injury: We are worried, “Because he never wants to come off. He’s not sure about how big it is and what it is exactly.”
Impact Of Gabriel Magalhaes’s Injury On Arsenal’s Squad And Strategy
Arsenal are looking to ensure a spot in the Premier League top four and contend for the UEFA Champions League title as well.
The Gunners are doing extremely well in terms of keeping their spot in the top four. Arsenal are second in the Premier League table with 61 points, whereas Nottingham Forest are in third place with 57 points, and Chelsea in fourth with 49 points.
Although it is very unlikely that Arsenal will not retain a spot in the top four, Arteta would still like to remain at second since first first-placed Liverpool are at 70 points.
As for the UEFA Champions League, Arsenal have a key battle coming up since they are facing the kings of the tournament Real Madrid. Gabriel’s absence will hurt them since their defense was one of their key strengths this season.
Possible Replacements And Tactical Adjustments
Usually Arsenal have a lot of replacements however this is an extreme case for them since now half of their defenders are injured. Jakub Kiwior is the only option left to play as a centre-back in place of Gabriel Magalhaes. Other than that, the only remaining replacements are full-backs Kieran Tierney and Zinchenko.
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What type of injury does Gabriel Magalhaes have?
Gabriel Magalhaes has suffered a hamstring injury in his right leg.
When did Gabriel Magalhaes get injured?
Gabriel Magalhaes picked up the injury in the 16th minute in Arsenal’s 2-1 win against Fulham in the Premier League with the score being 0-0 at the time.
Who are the potential replacements for Gabriel Magalhaes?
Jakub Kiwior is the only plausible replacement for Gabriel Magalhaes at centre-back currently for Arsenal.