The Gunners’ forward from Brazil joined them as a teenager. It was a time when he was highly respected, but it has only been recently that he has really begun to show himself at the highest level.
Arsenal supporters will be delighted with Martinelli’s progress. It will also give them more satisfaction to know that they beat Manchester United to his signature as a teenager.
Fabrizio Romano’s exclusive CaughtOffside column reveals that Martinelli was convinced by the north London giants to sell their project to Martinelli, which allowed them to convince him to sign for them over Man Utd or other European clubs.
“Gabriel Martinelli has been a top player of the moment. So how did Arsenal make him a better player than other top clubs that also saw his potential as a teenager?” Romano wrote.
“Manchester United wanted Martinelli, as did other clubs in other countries.” Martinelli was offered to Spain and Italy teams, but Arsenal made a great deal of it. They are very adept with young talent. He was very happy when they explained the project to him for the future and present.
Romano said that Arsenal now have the opportunity to keep Martinelli at Arsenal for a longer period of time, since the 21-year old has stated that he would like to remain at the Emirates Stadium for a long-term. Romano said that he believes he could prolong his stay at the Emirates Stadium. After Arsenal’s victory over Liverpool, Martinelli spoke to English media and confirmed his intentions. He wants to remain at Arsenal. His agents are currently in negotiations over a new contract.”
“And now, I think he could extend his stay further,” Romano added. “Martinelli spoke to the English press after Arsenal’s win over Liverpool and he confirmed his intentions very clearly – he wants to stay at Arsenal. His agents are already in discussions over a new contract.”
