Gabriel harm: Arsenal star optimistic of overcoming ankle knock to face Newcastle
Gabriel took a knock to his ankle throughout Arsenal’s win over Chelsea on Tuesday and, after making an attempt to play via the ache, was ultimately compelled to return off.
Arsenal gamers underwent a restoration session on Wednesday earlier than being given the time without work.
With the Gunners now again at London Colney, Gabriel will likely be assessed over the subsequent 48 hours with the Brazilian hoping he could be within the squad for Sunday’s recreation at St. James’ Park.
Arsenal are already brief on centre-back choices as William Saliba has been out because the center of March with a again harm.
The Gunners are nonetheless preventing to win the title and at present path leaders Manchester City by one level, however Pep Guardiola’s facet have a recreation in hand.
City are in motion tomorrow after they host Leeds, that means Arsenal could possibly be 4 factors behind them by the point they kick-off at Newcastle on Sunday.
Newcastle have loved an excellent season and are at present on track to qualify for the Champions League.
Eddie Howe’s facet are third within the desk, six factors away from Liverpool in fifth place with a recreation in hand.