Transfer: Gabriel Magalhaes Flies In For Arsenal Medicals

English Premier League side, Arsenal is set to seal a deal in the next 24 hours with Lille defender, Gabriel Magalhaes, in a deal worth £22.6m.

The Brazilian is expected to undergo a medical with the Gunners on Thursday, after both clubs agreed a fee.

Lille accepted offers from Arsenal and Napoli, but the 22-year-old has decided to move to the Emirates.

The club manager, Mikel Arteta has identified defence as a major weakness in the club, he wants to play a more expansive style of football next term and he believes that Gabriel along with William Saliba – will allow him to play a higher line.

Gabriel is expected to sign a five-year deal with the club after his medical on Thursday.

He will become Arsenal’s second signing of the summer, following the arrival of Willian on a free transfer from Chelsea.