Gabriel Injury Update: 'That's not Two Weeks..' - Arsenal legend Ian Wright gives concerning verdict ahead of Real Madrid Tie

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Arsenal legend Ian Wright has given a concerning verdict on Gabriel Magalhaes' injury as the defender sustained a hamstring problem in the Premier League match against Fulham.

The Brazil international pulled off during the first half at the Emirates Stadium and had to subsequently go off the field.

Around the 15th minute, Gabriel appeared to suffer a hamstring injury while sprinting back during a Fulham counter-attack. The Brazilian defender immediately clutched the back of his thigh and went to ground. Though he attempted to carry on-limping noticeably while defending a corner-he was soon replaced by Jakub Kiwior.

There was also a brief scare for Jurrien Timber, who held his knee shortly after being substituted, though the Dutchman has continued on. Arsenal, meanwhile, went into halftime with a 1-0 lead thanks to a goal from Mikel Merino.

As for Gabriel, the concern is mounting. His early exit, combined with his visible frustration and discomfort, suggests the injury could be significant. With the first leg of Arsenal's UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash against Real Madrid just a week away, his availability is in serious doubt. Although the club has yet to confirm the extent of the injury, hamstring issues typically require a period of recovery, potentially ruling him out of one of the season's biggest fixtures.

Ian Wright gives Stern Verdict on Gabriel Injury

Amid this, Arsenal legend Ian Wright thinks Gabriel will not be fit before the Champions League clash against Real Madrid. With the first leg of the UCL quarterfinals fixture just a week away, he thinks the Brazilian's injury doesn't look a small one. Wright even said the injury can be a season ending one for the Arsenal defender.

"I think it's a bad one. The way he pulled up, it does look like serious. That's not Two Weeks.. That looks more like six weeks, probably out for the season," Wright said during half time in the Premier League official show.

The 27-year-old has played 42 times for Arsenal this season across all competitions, scoring 5 goals in the process.