Arsenal almost done to sign Gabriel Paulista

Villarreal coach Marcelino has admitted he could sell defender Gabriel Paulista to Arsenal during the January transfer window.

Paulista has been heavily linked with a move to north London, with reports suggesting boss Arsene Wenger is ready to meet the club’s £15.3 million release fee.

Wenger, has been under increased pressure to bring defensive reinforcements in to the club and has already confirmed that he will be active in the market.

And the Frenchman may get his man as Marcelino confirmed the defender could be sold this month. He told EL Larguero: “I hadn’t considered selling Gabriel, it’s bad news from a sporting point of view.

“But if both Gabriel and the club believe that his sale to Arsenal is the best for all parties, we will accept.”

Paulista has played every single game for the La Liga club this season, helping them to sixth place in the division following a run of 15 games unbeaten.

But the Brazilian defender hinted last weekend that a move to England is a definite possibility.

"Whether I go to Arsenal or stay at Villarreal, I won't lose my head,” said Paulista.

"I'm very calm. My head is at Villarreal and I'm very focused. My agent is working on making sure I continue being calm."

Could he just be the next Arsenal signing? We can only wait and see. But one thing is for sure- Arsenal fans can't wait fro this to happen.