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Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have reportedly set their sights on Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes and will likely place a bid for the defender in the coming weeks. The Parisians are in need of defensive reinforcements this year and have a few alternatives to consider this month.
According to Italian website Tutto Mercato Web, Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar remains at the top of the Ligue 1 champions' wishlist. The Slovakian defender's signature will come at a price, however, and PSG view Arsenal's Gabriel as a viable alternative.
Gabriel Magalhaes has been a reliable presence in the Gunners' backline and has been one of the most consistent performers this season. The Brazilian centre-back has several years ahead of him in the top flight and may well go on to become one of the best in the world in his position.
The 24-year-old defender has scored five goals in the Premier League this season and is a formidable presence on the pitch. He helped the Gunners keep 12 clean sheets in 35 Premier League games last season. Arsenal rely heavily on the former Lille man, however, and are unlikely to part ways with him this year.
Arsenal could face battle with PSG to keep Gabriel Magalhaes
PSG are accustomed to success in the transfer market and have often made headlines in the summer transfer window over the years. The Parisians are currently looking to revamp their defensive line and are reportedly pursuing the signing of Inter Milan's Milan Skriniar.
PSG have reportedly listed Villarreal's Pau Torres and Gunners defender Gabriel Magalhaes as their alternative options. The French side have dominated Ligue 1 for the past several years but are yet to win a UEFA Champions League trophy. With Magalhaes in their ranks, the Parisians could potentially solve one of their most pertinent problems.
Arsenal are not particularly known for their defensive stability and will put up a fight to keep one of their best centre-backs. Gabriel is only 24 years of age and his maturity and potential make him one of the Gunners' most important assets.
The Gunners did miss out on a top-four spot this year and face an uphill battle to keep their best players in the coming months. PSG are virtually guaranteed their place in the UEFA Champions League every year and have a massive bargaining chip on their side.
