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In today's Arsenal injury news - Mikel Arteta has provided his final Gabriel Magalhaes update. Will he play against Newcastle United on Saturday?
Gabrial Magalhaes went down injured in the recent Premier League match against Liverpool. He was unable to walk, so Mikel Arteta deemed it best to substitute him off the pitch, despite the lack of depth in defence.
As it stands, Gabriel Magalhaes is a figure of interest heading into the Newcastle United match. Fans are currently contemplating whether he will be eligible to travel to St James Park on Saturday.
It goes without saying that if Gabriel is fit, he will start. As one of Arsenal's most important players, he is irreplaceable as far as Mikel Arteta is concerned.
So, what's the latest Arsenal injury news?
What injury does Gabriel Magalhaes have?
Against Liverpool in the Premier League, Gabriel Magalhaes sustained a knee injury. It was enough to deem Gabriel unfit for the remainder of the game, so he was subbed off.
As it stands, Gabriel Magalhaes has missed one game for Arsenal. He was not involved in the squad to face Preston in the EFL Cup round of 16.
When will Gabriel Magalhaes return from injury?
On Friday morning, Mikel Arteta issued an update on Gabriel Magalhaes. He claimed that the centre back could be selected in the squad to face Newcastle on Saturday, providing he trains well on Friday.
In his own words, Mikel Arteta said: "Yes it’s good news on Gabriel. We have a training session today. If he’s able to do that he’ll be in the squad."
So, Gabriel Magalhaes could return from injury soon enough to face Newcastle this weekend.
Who can replace Gabriel Magalhaes at Arsenal?
William Saliba is back in the fold for Arsenal. However, he would not be a direct replacement for Gabriel, since the two often line up alongside one another.
Touch wood, Gabriel does not need replacing in the starting lineup. It certainly looks like he will be fine to play against Newcastle. However, if he is unavailable, Jakub Kiwior could replace him.
Is Gabriel Magalhaes available for Fantasy Football?
Yes. If Gabriel trains well today, Mikel Arteta will use him in the squad to face Newcastle this weekend. Arteta confirmed it was good news, after all.
Gabriel is a great option for fantasy football. He is a brute defender with a great chance for clean sheets. He also offers potential for attacking returns, given his set piece presence.