Jamie Carragher believes Arsenal Must Win Major Trophy for Saliba and Magalhaes to Join Elite Partnerships.

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The legacy of Arsenal formidable defensive duo, William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes will be cemented by the club winning a major trophy, according to football pundit Jamie Carragher, who spoke with The Telegraph. Carragher, a former Liverpool defender, praised the pair for their outstanding performances but insisted that silverware is essential for them to be considered among the best centre-back partnerships of the last two decades.

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Carragher highlighted the significant impact Saliba and Magalhaes have had on Arsenal’s defense, which was instrumental in the team achieving the best defensive record in the Premier League last season. He noted that their synergy and individual brilliance have drawn comparisons to legendary partnerships like Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic at Manchester United, and John Terry and Ricardo Carvalho at Chelsea.

“If this partnership stays together for the next three, four years, we’re talking about them alongside Ferdinand and Vidic, Carvalho and Terry,” Carragher stated.

Despite their impressive performances, Carragher believes that winning a major trophy is crucial for Saliba and Magalhaes to be truly recognized among the elite. He argued that while individual accolades and defensive records are commendable, it is the triumphs in major competitions that ultimately define a player’s legacy.

“Arsenal must win a major trophy for this superb duo to be considered alongside the two best partnerships of the last 20 years,” Carragher asserted.

With Arsenal’s current form and the solid foundation provided by Saliba and Magalhaes, the team is well-positioned to challenge for titles. The Gunners have shown resilience and consistency, and their defensive stability has been a cornerstone of their success. However, the pressure is on to convert these strong performances into tangible success in the form of trophies.