Arsenal are reportedly not looking to sell Gabriel Martinelli this summer, despite their desire to sign a new left-winger. The Gunners are firmly in the market for attacking reinforcements, with several options under consideration in north London.
Mikel Arteta’s side are keen to sign a new No. 9 to lead the line for their side next season, as well as a versatile playmaker, with talks ongoing with Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze – who has also been linked with Tottenham in recent weeks.
Several new wingers are also being eyed, with Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon and Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma both linked with a move to Arsenal previously. The Gunners would also pounce on any opportunity to sign Rodrygo over the coming months, with the Brazilian facing an uncertain future at Real Madrid.
However, despite several stars being under consideration, CBS Sports report that Arsenal will not look to offload Martinelli to pave the way for any incomings and they are not under any pressure to facilitate his sale.
Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr have shortlisted the 24-year-old as a potential target and held internal discussions about making an approach, but the Middle Eastern outfit have not made a concrete offer and are not preparing a bid at this stage. Martinelli is also not interested in a Saudi switch at this stage in his career.
It remains to be seen whether Al-Nassr do look to test Arsenal’s resolve before the summer transfer window closes, or whether they have other top Premier League players in their sights as well.
In the meantime, the Gunners will look to continue their spending spree across the park. Christian Norgaard and Martin Zubimendi are both set to join the club to breathe a fresh lease of life in Arteta’s midfield ranks, with negotiations ongoing with Valencia for Cristhian Mosquera.
Arsenal have also announced the signing of Kepa Arrizabalaga from London rivals Chelsea. The Gunners activated the £5million release clause in the Spaniard’s contract and will arrive to provide cover for David Raya.
Speaking after his arrival, Kepa said: “I'm really, really happy to be here, really excited and looking forward to what is coming. The ambition that is shown in this club, when I talk with Mikel [Arteta] and Inaki [Cana], how much they show me their desire to win… I think we are so close to winning and, hopefully, altogether, we can achieve it.”