Arsenal defender Gabriel says club-hopping early in his career was good for his development.

Gabriel – who spent time on loan at Troyes and Dinamo Zagreb after leaving Brazilian club Avai for Lille – has claimed moves around Europe helped develop his game.

He told Arsenal's website: “It was very hard at the start when I arrived at Lille [in 2016] because I was in a city where I didn't speak the language and was very young, so it was tough.

“I learnt so much there.

“After my loans at Troyes and Dinamo Zagreb, I really matured. When I went back to Lille, I was more mature and was more familiar with Europe and the style of play.

“When I started playing, thank God I was able to do so regularly and put in good performances, helping Lille reach the Champions League. That was very fulfilling for me."