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Chelsea were thought to be keen on the Ivory Coast international in the summer window, and recent rumours suggest Arsenal are also interested.

“I know we need a process to go step by step to become a really, really strong team and to become title contenders,” he said.

“I understand the bookmakers, I’m a good manager,” he said with a smile. “Joking aside, I’m very happy here. I’ve said that many times.

But Silva is wary of a Leeds United backlash and cites their fervent home support as a key factor.

He has also made a strong start to the 2022/23 campaign as he has been involved in six goals in nine appearances.

Serie A giants Juventus were linked with Gabriel in the summer but they could not tempt him away from Arsenal.

Moukoko made his debut for the Bundesliga outfit shortly after his 16th birthday and he has already made 52 senior appearances.

The forward refused to come on as a substitute against Tottenham as Man Utd ran out 2-0 winners at Old Trafford.

He has since gone onto further his reputation during his time managing in the Premier League.

The forward was clearly unhappy to be left on the sidelines as before the final whistle he trudged off down the touchline to depart early.