Arsenal have opened contract talks with 26-year-old centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes, although talks with the Brazil international are in the early stages. (Football Insider) Want more news? Read Thursda

Arsenal are preparing contract talks with key center-back Gabriel Magalhaes. The Brazil international has developed into a crucial part of Mikel Arteta's team and he netted his first goal of the season with the derby winner at Tottenham last weekend.

Arsenal are in early discussions with Gabriel Magalhaes over a new contract as they look to extend the Brazilian’s stay at the Emirates beyond 2027, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano. The Gunners appear to have identified Gabriel as a priority for a contract extension soon after announcing Mikel Arteta’s renewal,

Arsenal kicked off their Champions League campaign by drawing with Atalanta in Italy. The Gunners had David Raya to thank for securing a 0-0 draw, with the goalkeeper making a stunning double save early in the second-half. Raya saved Mateo Retegui’s penalty and then showed remarkable reflexes to keep out the follow-up header, too.

Monaco defeated Barcelona after the LaLiga club went down to 10 men, Atletico clinched a late winner vs. Leipzig and Arsenal tied against Atalanta.