**_Arsenal are reportedly close to agreeing a new contract with Gabriel._**
The 27-year-old's current deal runs until 2027, but the club have held talks over extending his long-term future in north London.
Now, it seems the Brazil international is ready to commit his future to the Gunners.
According to **_[BBC journalist Sami Mokbel](https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c93lnwx9zw7o)_**, Arsenal are in advanced contract talks with Gabriel.
Negotiations between the parties are understood to have stepped up recently, and a full agreement on fresh terms is now believed to be close.
Gabriel is currently sidelined with a hamstring injury but is expected to be fully fit for the start of next season.