Could Mikel Arteta finally land the Gabriel Magalhães upgrade he’s long admired? Who exactly is the upgrade?Well, back in the summer of 2023, Marc Guéhi was viewed as the perfect alternative to Gabriel. Arteta was keen on pairing the Crystal Palace defender with William Saliba, but the move relied on one of Gabriel’s suitors stepping up with a serious bid.No such offer came, and Guéhi remained at Selhurst Park.Guéhi links return, but the context has changedAlthough that transfer never materialised, links to Guéhi have never truly faded. Interest resurfaced last summer, and now they’ve re-emerged again, but this time the situation has evolved.Gabriel is no longer seen as a weak link. He has grown immensely since 2023, signing a new long-term deal and establishing himself as a vital component of Arsenal’s back line. The Brazilian now plays with a maturity and calmness that has made him a cornerstone of Arteta’s system.So if Arsenal are still pursuing Guéhi, it’s no longer to replace Gabriel, but to add serious depth and top-level competition to the heart of defence.(Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)A smart deal, but would Guéhi accept the role?According to The Athletic, Arteta is actively exploring ways to reinforce his defensive core alongside Saliba and Gabriel. Guéhi, now entering the final year of his Palace contract, could be available for a modest fee, making him an attractive target.The bigger question is whether the 24-year-old would accept the move. With the 2026 World Cup in the USA on the horizon, regular minutes will be crucial for his England ambitions. Would he get that at Arsenal?Guéhi may back himself to compete, and his versatility across the back line certainly helps his case. But if this move happens, it won’t be a simple upgrade. It’ll be a statement of Arsenal’s squad-building ambition, and the start of a battle for starting places.Could Guéhi push Gabriel, or even Saliba, for a spot? Let us know what you think, Gooners.Daniel O_____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, please contact us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsOnce again, an opportunity emerges for Arteta to land his once ideal Gabriel upgrade10 June 2025, 16:30Opinion: Sesko Being Arsenal’s First Choice Tells Us A Lot About What Our Manager Is Thinking!10 June 2025, 15:30Let Athletic Bilbao winger be.. Arsenal have plenty of other options10 June 2025, 14:30The post Once again, an opportunity emerges for Arteta to land his once ideal Gabriel upgrade appeared first on Just Arsenal News.