Gabriel responds to Joao Pedro's message after Arsenal transfer news
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Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has responded to Brighton forward Joao Pedro on social media after the youngster was linked with a move to North London.
Arsenal are reportedly looking to rival Liverpool for the 23-year-old’s signature in the summer transfer window after his impressive start to the season.
The young forward has played well for Brighton so far this season, starting nine of his 11 appearances across all competitions, scoring four goals, and providing three assists in his 771 minutes on the field.
Fabian Hurzeler’s side are winless in their last five Premier League games after starting the campaign so promisingly, falling down to ninth with 25 points from their 17 games.
Gabriel Magalhaes ‘likes’ Joao Pedro social media post after transfer links with Arsenal
Gabriel, 27, has been key for Mikel Arteta’s side so far this season, starting 20 of his 22 appearances across all competitions, scoring four goals, and providing one assist in his 1744 minutes of action.
Pedro took to Instagram to send a Christmas message to the fans, which his countryman promptly liked, saying: “Merry Christmas everyone.”
Both Arsenal and Brighton play on December 27th, with Arteta’s side hosting Ipswich and the South Coast club welcoming Brentford.
Arsenal will remain in the Champions League spots regardless of what happens against Ipswich as they seek to remain with in touching distance of league leaders Liverpool.
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