Arsenal push back against Barcelona interest in 'future captain' Gabriel

Arsenal have no plans to sell Gabriel to Barcelona.

The La Liga giants are desperate to sign a left-footed centre-back this summer and Gabriel reportedly tops their list of targets.

Gabriel has grown immensely this season, forming a formidable partnership with England international Ben White.

The Gunners are not ready to lose Gabriel and could instead reward the 24-year-old with a new contract, per football.london.

Mikel Arteta views Gabriel as a vital component of what he is trying to build at the Emirates.

With Alexandre Lacazette set to depart this summer, many people in the club view Gabriel as a genuine contender to wear the captain's armband next season.