Arsenal centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes is ‘on the verge of reaching an agreement’ to commit to a new long-term contract, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Gunners failed in their main objectives this season with Mikel Arteta’s side ultimately ending the season without a trophy to show for a decent campaign.

Sporting director Andrea Berta made talks with Gabriel’s camp a priority shortly after starting at Arsenal in March.

Arsenal are in advanced talks with defender Gabriel over a new contract - two years before his current deal is scheduled to expire.