Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has expressed his shock following pointed criticism regarding the departures of Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli during a hectic summer window. The Gunners boss found himself in the firing line after both players left north London under a cloud of frustration and public questioning.
Arsenal were linked with Vinicius Junior and Bradley Barcola during the summer transfer window of 2026, but missed out on both. Jermaine Pennant has told GOAL that the Gunners will sign a superstar left winger at some point, as they have actually got “weaker” in that department. Mikel Arteta has pieced together a Premier League title-winning squad, but there is still room for improvement at Emirates Stadium.
Al Hilal manager Simone Inzaghi has jumped to the defence of his superstar attackers after the Saudi giants saw their historic 47-game unbeaten league run come to a crashing halt. Despite fielding a frontline worth over $200m, the league leaders slumped to a shock 2-0 defeat against Neom at the Kingdom Arena.
Gabriel Martinelli has completed a £60 million move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal after being frozen out of the Arsenal squad. The Brazilian winger posted a heartfelt farewell message to the Gunners, but conspicuously omitted manager Mikel Arteta following a reported rift between the pair.
Gabriel Martinelli has officially ended his seven-year association with Arsenal, completing a blockbuster £60m move to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. The Brazilian forward, who was a pivotal figure in the Gunners' recent Premier League title success, makes the switch after being frozen out of the first-team picture by Mikel Arteta at the start of the new campaign.
Arsenal are on the verge of securing their highest ever transfer fee as Gabriel Martinelli prepares to finalise a record-breaking £55 million switch to Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal. Mikel Arteta has acknowledged the ongoing situation as the Gunners prepare to bid farewell to a key figure from their recent title-challenging campaign before the transfer deadline.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has addressed the mounting speculation regarding a move for Julian Alvarez as the summer transfer window enters its frantic final stages. The Gunners boss also provided a significant update on the futures of Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli, both of whom appear increasingly likely to depart North London.
Arsenal legend Alan Smith has questioned the wisdom behind the Gunners' decision to potentially sanction a cut-price exit for Gabriel Martinelli this summer. As the Brazilian winger edges closer to a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League with Al-Hilal, Smith suggested that a £50m valuation significantly undervalues a player of his calibre in the modern market.
Gabriel Martinelli is closing in on a lucrative move to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal after being told to find a new club by Mikel Arteta. The ruthless decision has reportedly caused significant discomfort within the Arsenal squad, with team-mates deeply unhappy about the Brazilian winger's recent treatment.
Simon Jordan has launched a scathing critique of Ian Wright, urging the Arsenal legend to "wind his neck in" following his controversial comments regarding Gabriel Martinelli. The dispute centres on the Brazilian winger's current exile from the Gunners' first-team squad as a move to the Saudi Pro League looms.
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has hit out at Mikel Arteta for leaving Gabriel Martinelli out of the squad entirely for their Premier League opener. Wright believes the Brazilian winger deserves far more respect after being left in the dark regarding his future.
Arsenal began their Premier League title defence in commanding fashion by securing a dominant 3-0 victory over newly promoted Coventry City. Manager Mikel Arteta praised his team's desire following the win, while the exclusion of out-of-favour stars like Gabriel Martinelli has been widely interpreted as a clear sign regarding their immediate future.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta sent a clear message regarding the futures of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Ethan Nwaneri by leaving them out of his Community Shield squad. With Arsenal currently leading Manchester City 2-0 in the first half, the surprising omission comes amid intense speculation that the three players could leave the club before the window closes.
Gabriel Martinelli has reportedly informed the Arsenal hierarchy that he has no intention of joining Galatasaray despite the Turkish giants stepping up their pursuit of the winger. The Brazilian international remains focused on his career in north London even as the Gunners evaluate their attacking options for the new campaign.
Arsenal have reportedly received a formal £38 million offer from Turkish giants Galatasaray for Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli. The Super Lig champions have identified the 25-year-old as their primary target as they look to bolster their attacking ranks for their upcoming Champions League campaign.
Roma have emerged as potential suitors for Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli as the Italian side steps up its search for a high-profile attacking addition. With the summer transfer window entering its final stages, the Giallorossi are determined to provide head coach Gian Piero Gasperini with the specific profile of player he has requested to complete his front line.
