Arteta confirms Magalhaes injury boost as Arsenal tackle Everton

Arteta also acknowledged that Everton has “been through very different phases in its history”, adding that he admires their resilience

By Kehinde Okeowo

Arsenal boss, Mikel Arteta, has confirmed that Gunner’s defender, Gabriel Magalhaes is back in training and will likely take part in Arsenal clash against visiting Everton.

The Brazil international has missed the North London clubs’ last three fixtures with a muscle injury.

However, Arteta is hoping Gabriel will be fit enough to face Everton at the Emirates Stadium.

Speaking to reporters ahead of the fixture, the Spanish tactician acknowledged that Everton has “been through very different phases in its history”, adding that he admires their resilience despite the challenges they faced. 

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Arteta said, “There is a possibility with one of them to be available. He trained today. It’s Gabriel.

“The club [Everton] has been through very different phases in its history, but I love the way they get all together and they face the storms.”

Arsenal are currently in the third position on the English Premier League (EPL) table with 29 points from 14 matches.

With a win on Saturday, Arteta’s men will leapfrog second placed Chelsea until they face Brentford in a London derby on Sunday.