Bayern Munich are finding it very hard to land their top winger targets.
The German champions will be without Leroy Sane and Thomas Muller for the next season, and it has become clear that they need a top-quality winger.
However, Bayern are struggling to secure deals for their primary targets. But they are still in the hunt to sign Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli.
Bayern Munich still in the hunt for Gabriel Martinelli
Gabriel Martinelli looks dejected
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Earlier this month, we covered that Bayern have been in contact with Gabriel Martinelli’s management.
Mikel Arteta is looking to reshape his goal-shy attack, and the Gunners could be willing to offload the Brazilian if they get the right offer.
Martinelli contributed 15 goals and assists in 51 games last season, and his long-term future at the Emirates Stadium has come into doubt.
According to the latest report from Bild, the Arsenal winger remains an option for Bayern.
Martinelli has a contract with Arsenal until 2027, and his market value is around £47m.
Should Bayern Munich look to sign Martinelli?
The Bavarian club have been linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens.
Dortmund’s sporting director, Sebastian Kehl, made it clear that a fee of around £55m would be required to sign Gittens, and Chelsea is leading the race for his signature.
With Nico Williams most likely to join Barcelona, and Bradley Barcola set to remain with Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern are running out of options to sign a top-quality winger.
Martinelli can play on both flanks and has loads of experience. He has scored in the Premier League and in the Champions League, and has the age on his side to reach his maximum potential.
The Arsenal winger is apparently happy at the club, but Arsenal could be tempted to make a huge profit on him (they signed him for just £6m) if Bayern make a good offer.
Bayern Munich are keen to land NickWoltemade, but they still need a proper winger. Martinelli may not be an elite signing, but he can be a smart addition to the side.
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