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.
Barcelona have moved swiftly to secure the signature of Gabriel Jesus, reaching a deal in principle with Arsenal for a cut-price fee. The Brazilian international, who has seen his prominence at the Emirates wane, is now set to travel to Spain to finalise the unexpected switch to the Catalan giants.
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has expressed his complete confidence in Lamine Yamal, suggesting the teenage sensation is rapidly rediscovering his world-class form. The German tactician noted that the winger is finally finding his smile again following a challenging period of recovery and high-pressure international football.