Gabriel Paulista is set to make his debut this weekend for Arsenal and says that he aims to emulate ex Gunner Gilberto Silva.
Silva played over 200 times for Arsenal and was a key member of the team who went the whole season unbeaten in 2003-04. He also won the World Cup during his illustrious career and is someone Paulista looks up to.
“He was a mirror for every Brazilian player and every child, who looked up to Gilberto Silva as a reference. He was an influence for many players, not only Brazilians, but players around the world.
“I could see that he was a major element here, he really helped the team, he really is a player I want to emulate because of his type of work and his will to help his teammates, his will to win as a true Brazilian.
“He was a mirror for every Brazilian player and every child, who looked up to Gilberto Silva as a reference. He was an influence for many players, not only Brazilians, but players around the world.”I could see that he was a major element here, he really helped the team, he really is a player I want to emulate because of his type of work and his will to help his teammates, his will to win as a true Brazilian.”
24 year old Paulista also admitted he is currently living the dream as he starts his career at the London club.
