Arsenal open contract talks with ‘magnificent’ £100,000-per week first-team star

The defensive pairing put in immense performances with Gabriel netting the derby’s winner. The Sao Paulo-born centre-back was labelled ‘magnificent’ by Newcastle legend turned pundit Alan Shearer after the game at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium which ended 1-0.

Mikel Arteta hopeful Arsenal can extend Gabriel Magalhaes contract

Consequently, given the South American’s importance and stature within Arsenal’s squad, Mikel Arteta is keen to secure his number six’s long-term future.

Arsenal are in talks to extend Gabriel Magalhaes contract.

Gabriel Magalhaes celebrating after scoring Arsenal’s winner against Spurs on Sunday 

TBR Football claim the Gunners have acknowledged their manager’s desires and have begun talks over an extension that would see the former Lille man commit to the Emirates beyond 2027.

Gabriel’s current deal, according to Spotrac, sees him earn £100,000-per week, which, surprisingly, puts him among the Londoners’ lowest paid players.

Reaching an agreement with the 26-year-old will certainly hinge on improving his salary with Saliba’s £190,000-per week wage likely to be factored into negotiations.