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.
