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Gabriel has made 42 appearances in all competitions for Arsenal this season Arsenal defender Gabriel will miss the remainder of the season after the club confirmed he requires hamstring surgery. The Brazilian was substituted in the first half of Arsenal's 2-1 win against Fulham at the Emirates stadium on Tuesday. The former Lille defender has started 28 of Arsenal's 30 Premier League matches this term, helping the club to the best defensive record in the division with 25 goals conceded. Arsenal say the 27-year-old is aiming to return to action in time for the start of the 2025-26 campaign. "Gabi will undergo a surgical repair procedure to his hamstring in the coming days, and immediately begin his recovery and rehabilitation programme, with the aim to be ready for the start of next season, " the club said. Gabriel's absence could have a significant impact on the team, with the website Premier League Injuries reporting that Arsenal's win percentage drops significantly when he does not feature. Since his league debut, Arsenal have won 63. 5% of the 159 games he has played, but only 40. 9% of the 22 he has missed. It is the 119th hamstring injury in the Premier League so far this season, an average of four injuries to the muscle each round of games. Last season saw 163 hamstring injuries - the highest for five years - according to figures from Premier Injuries. Arsenal are second in the Premier League, 12 points behind leaders Liverpool with eight matches remaining. The Gunners face holders Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals. Carlo Ancelotti's side visit north London on 8 April (20: 00 BST), before travelling to the Bernabeu for the second leg on 16 April (20: 00 BST. Latest Arsenal news, analysis and fan views Get Arsenal news sent straight to your phone Top-20 players ask Grand Slams for more prize money UK set to host 2035 Women's World Cup as only 'valid' bid Injured Arsenal defender Gabriel out for season The true story of Britain's biggest bullion heist How lockdown affected children's social development The device that is taking over people's kitchens Stacey Dooley explores Britain’s shoplifting epidemic Grand National pinstickers' guide to runners Football's new phrase book - modern language or just jargon? When Liverpool nearly missed out on Salah 'Reckless' tackle & 'offside' goal - were Liverpool-Everton officials wrong? 'That was for you, Keelan' - Grealish dedicates goal to late brother 'The Goose' chases golds before return to dental school 'Aston Villa bucked the trend in January - and are reaping rewards' Was this the best free-kick in Premier League history? Video Was this the best free-kick in Premier League history? 'A special player' - resurgent Elanga has Forest dreaming The world-leading British amateur chasing repeat win at Augusta What would be a good season for Tsunoda at Red Bull? Five things to look for in Champions Cup last 16 The next Neymar & 43-year-old strikers - Copa Libertadores set to begin 'LIV dozen will provide extra challenge to Mc Ilroy's Augusta ambitions' 'I know why Real appeal to Alexander-Arnold - I was tempted too' Fear & Gibson - the best friends who keep rivals close Life on the edge - GB freerider Bramwell chases Olympic dream What were the biggest moves of NFL free agency? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.