Meanwhile, Gabriel Magalhaes has opened up on rumours linking him away from the Emirates. Elsewhere, Gunners manager Mikel Arteta is pleased with Gabriel Jesus.
On that note, here’s a look at the key Arsenal transfer stories as on August 14, 2022:
Gabriel Magalhaes opens up on exit rumours
Gabriel Magalhaes is flattered by rumoured interest from Juventus and Barcelona but is happy at the Emirates. The Brazilian has been a rock at the back for Arsenal since arriving in 2020. His steady rise has earned him admirers at clubs around Europe.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Gabriel sounded confident of achieving success with the Gunners.
Gabriel is looking to forge a partnership with William Saliba this season at the Emirates.
Mikel Arteta pleased with Gabriel Jesus
Mikel Arteta is happy that Gabriel Jesus has hit the ground running at the Emirates. The Brazilian scored a brace as Arsenal made light work of Leicester City on Saturday.
Speaking after the game, Arteta said that Jesus was disappointed, as he wanted to score four goals.
He continued:
Arteta added that Jesus’ arrival has boosted the squad:
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers also concured that Jesus’ arrival has lifted the Gunners.
He added:
Gabriel Jesus could turn out to be one of the signings of the summer, having made a blistering start to his Gunners stint.
Mikel Arteta surprised by Arsenal fans’ reaction to William Saliba own goal
Mikel Arteta was pleased with the reaction of the Gunners faithful to William Saliba’s own goal. The French defender put the ball into his own net against Leicester City, but instead of turning on him, fans applauded the 21-year-old.
Speaking after the game, Arteta said the reaction helped Saliba put his mistake behind him.
William Saliba has enjoyed a solid start to life at the Emirates, producing a ‘Man of the Match’ performance on his Gunners debut last week against Crystal Palace.
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