Arsenal have confirmed that Gabriel Magalhães will undergo surgery for a hamstring injury and will miss the remainder of the season, a significant setback ahead of their Champions League quarter-final first leg against Real Madrid on Tuesday.
The Brazil defender was forced off in the 16th minute of Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Fulham on Tuesday, with manager Mikel Arteta noting that Gabriel “felt something in his hamstring.” Gabriel underwent scans on Wednesday.
An official statement from Arsenal read: “We can confirm that Gabriel Magalhães has sustained a hamstring injury that requires surgery. Gabi will have a surgical repair procedure in the coming days and immediately begin his recovery and rehabilitation, with the goal of being ready for the start of next season.”
Gabriel has been a key player for Arsenal this season, and his absence presents a major challenge for Arteta ahead of Saturday’s Premier League match against Everton and Tuesday’s home clash with Madrid. Jakub Kiwior replaced Gabriel against Fulham, while versatile defender Jurriën Timber, who also suffered a knee injury, remains uncertain for the upcoming fixtures.