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Troy Deeney reckons £27m Arsenal player could win the Ballon d’Or now

Arsenal have the meanest defence in Europe, and Troy Deeney thinks one of their centre-backs deserves to be in the Ballon d’Or conversation. It’s been…

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Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Troy Deeney argues Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes should be in the conversation to win the Ballon d'Or.
Arsenal have recorded 10 clean sheets in 16 matches across all competitions under Mikel Arteta this season.
The writer highlights Gabriel's strong leadership at center-back during William Saliba's injury absence alongside summer signing Ezri Konsa.

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Former Watford striker Troy Deeney has suggested Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes deserves to be in contention for the Ballon d'Or. Speaking on CBS Sports Golazo, Deeney praised the Brazilian center-back for leading Arsenal's defense during a run that has seen Mikel Arteta's side keep 10 clean sheets in 16 matches across all competitions.

Arsenalinsider notes that Gabriel has excelled despite the absence of regular defensive partner William Saliba, who is nearing a return to first-team action. Alongside £55 million summer arrival Ezri Konsa, Gabriel has maintained Arsenal's defensive resilience, giving Arteta a selection headache ahead of their November 21 clash against Newcastle.

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