Gabriel Magalhães and Reiss Nelson are finally back in action for Arsenal after long injury layoffs that kept them sidelined for months. Both players, who had been absent due to hamstring injuries that required surgery, were spotted fully participating in training during Arsenal’s pre-season camp in Spain.Gabriel suffered his injury on April 1st, a major blow to Arsenal’s defense as he was a key partner to William Saliba. After surgery and months of recovery, Gabriel now looks close to full fitness. He expressed his excitement on Instagram, writing: *“Happy to be back. Let’s go!!”* His presence is expected to strengthen Arsenal’s defense just in time for the new season.
Similarly, Reiss Nelson, who had been on loan at Fulham, also picked up a serious hamstring injury that led to surgery. His return to full training is a positive development for Arsenal, especially given his versatility and impact off the bench. Though not a regular starter, Nelson can add much-needed depth to the squad as they compete on multiple fronts.
With both players recovering well and rejoining the squad, Arsenal’s squad depth is receiving a crucial boost. Their return could ease the burden on key players like Bukayo Saka and Ben White, while improving the team’s defensive stability and attacking options for the 2025/26 season.
