Gabriel Magalhães Commits Future to Arsenal With New Deal Until 2029

Arsenal have secured a new four-year contract with key defender Gabriel Magalhães until June 2029. The Brazilian player is crucial to Arsenal’s recent successes. He expressed his pride and gratitude towards the club and fans in a heartfelt message confirming his long-term commitment.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Gabriel Magalhães, 27, ended speculation about a potential transfer by signing a new contract to stay at Arsenal for four more years. His previous deal was set to run until 2027. This extension gives the club added security for one of their defensive leaders. In a statement, he said, “I love this club, I love the supporters, my teammates, stadium. I’m so proud and thank you for all the support. We continue together for the future.” Gabriel joined Arsenal in 2020 and has already made 210 appearances and scored 20 goals—a remarkable tally for a center-back.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

This extension is a major boost for Arsenal. They continue to challenge at the top of the Premier League. Gabriel formed a formidable partnership with William Saliba, making Arsenal’s defense one of the strongest in the league. This season, Arsenal finished second in the Premier League, narrowly missing out on the title. Gabriel contributed four goals and played over 3,000 minutes before suffering a hamstring injury late in the season. His performances were instrumental in Arsenal securing Champions League football for a second consecutive year.

WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL AND GABRIEL?

With Gabriel’s future secured, Arsenal can now focus on strengthening other areas. They aim to end their wait for a trophy next season. The Gunners kick off their 2025-26 campaign in August with a crucial early test against Manchester United, who finished third last season. Arsenal will look to close the narrow gap to Manchester City, who topped the league by just two points. For Gabriel, the immediate priority is to recover fully from his hamstring injury in time for pre-season. He’s a key pillar in Arsenal’s defense as they push for domestic and European glory.