Mirror: Gabriel may be absent for more than 4 weeks at most and misses the game against Tottenham, Bayern and Chelsea

Hupu November 16 According to the English media "Mirror", Arsenal is anxiously awaiting the results of the injury assessment of Brazilian central defender Gabriel. The Gunners defender was forced off in the second half of Brazil's international friendly against Senegal at the Emirates Stadium early this morning due to a muscle problem.

Brazilian coach Ancelotti included Gabriel in the starting lineup for this game, but the Arsenal star was eventually replaced in the 64th minute due to injury and was helped off the field by the Brazilian team doctor. Ancelotti revealed after the game: "Is it serious? I'm not sure. He (Gabriel) has discomfort in his adductor muscles, and the medical team will need detailed examination tomorrow." The coach said after Brazil's 2-0 victory over Senegal: "We are very sorry for this. When players are injured, I always hope they can recover smoothly."

As the Premier League title race is about to resume, Arsenal is facing a key test. If Gabriel is sidelined for more than a week, he will miss the North London derby with Tottenham Hotspur on November 23. If he is injured for two weeks, he will also miss the key Champions League game against Bayern Munich on November 26 and the highlight of the Premier League away game against Chelsea on November 30.

If you are absent for three weeks: you will miss the two consecutive Premier League games against Brentford and Aston Villa

If you are absent for four weeks: you will not be able to play in the Champions League away game against Club Brugge and the Premier League game against Wolves

If you are absent for a long time: you may miss the Christmas intensive schedule, including the game against Brussels on December 20 Everton, the three Premier League games against Brighton on the 27th, and Villa on the 30th, as well as the League Cup quarter-finals with Crystal Palace before Christmas

Gabriel's potential absence will be a heavy blow to Arteta - the Brazilian has contributed most to the steel defense line created by the Gunners this season (seven consecutive games without seals). Arsenal's current lead in the Premier League has been reduced to 4 points (after drawing with Sunderland, Manchester City defeated Liverpool). Fortunately, there is still room for rotation in the defensive line. Mosquera, Inkapiye and Ben White are all qualified for the central defender position.