William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes have finally revealed the secrets of their excellent working relationship at Arsenal. Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba are mainstays in the Arsenal back line. This season, the Arsenal defense has excelled above expectations. No Premier League team has let up less goals than this one. In 28 games, the north London club’s net has only been penetrated 24 times.

Although the Gunners’ steady stability must also be attributed to players like Declan Rice, Ben White, and David Raya, among others, there is no denying that Mikel Arteta’s starting center-back duo is the main reason for their success.

One might make a compelling case that Saliba and Gabriel are the Premier League’s top defensive duo right now. There is little doubt that the two complement each other’s strengths. While Saliba exudes a smooth, collected demeanor, his Brazilian colleague is a fiery character who relishes engaging in combat with his rivals.

Why does Gabriel’s partnership with William Saliba at Arsenal work so well?

They are both very good with the ball, dominant in the air, and always on the lookout for dаnger. Gabriel, who is 26 years old and the more seasoned partner, is recognized for having improved Saliba. It is simple to overlook the fact that the Frenchman is only 23 years old.

But even as a center-back, Gabriel is still young, and both players probably still have their best years ahead of them. Both Arteta and Arsenal supporters will undoubtedly hope that their collaboration lasts at the Emirates Stadium for many more seasons.

Now, the two have shared a few of the trade secrets for their productive working partnership. Saliba said, “I love him, he loves me, so it’s easier to play,” in an interview with Stadium Astro.

“I think because we speak the same language,” Gabriel continued. I can communicate in French. French is my language, yet I’m Brazilian. Communication is crucial during the pitch. Indeed, we have a close friendship. When I need to yell “hey, Saliba!” on the field, I do so, and he does too. I think this is beneficial to us. I understand him, and he understands me.

They continue to have a good amount of rivalry, particularly when it comes to creating an influence on the other team. It has been demonstrated by both players that they are capable of assaulting. This season, Arsenal has been incredibly effective with set pieces, which has benefited Gabriel in particular.

Since joining the Gunners in the summer of 2020, the 6-cap Brazil international has netted 14 goals in the Premier League. Since his arrived, no other defender in the top flight has been as productive. Since joining Arsenal at the end of the previous campaign, Saliba has contributed four goals in the Premier League.

“I want to figҺt with him, for the goals,” he said.

Then Gabriel chuckled, saying, “You are so far [behind].”