Gabriel to Arsenal confirmed by Villarreal

Villarreal have issued a statement confirming an agreement with Arsenal over the transfer of Gabriel Paulista with the deal to be completed on Monday.

The Yellow Submarine make no mention of a transfer fee for the Brazilian in the message posted Saturday night on the club’s official website and adds that small details regarding the move are yet to be finalised but will be done at the start of the week.

Gabriel will undergo a medical with the Gunners and complete the switch as and when the formalities are wrapped up.

Villarreal paid tribute to Gabriel for his service in his 18 months at El Madrigal, the 34-year-old having joined from Vitoria in the summer of 2013.

“The club wants to thank Gabriel for his contribution, dedication and professionalism in his season-and-a-half and wishes him the best of luck on this new sporting stage.”

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