The La Liga champions, Barcelona, are eyeing an Arsenal star with only a few days left in the transfer window. The defending Spanish champions are targeting Gabriel Martinelli as they believe he is Blaugrana coded. Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick has already urged the management to scout and potentially sign the player. Barcelona have already signed Joao Cancelo on loan till the end of the season and are unlikely to make another signing in this summer window. The situation gives Martinelli time to prove his importance to the club’s management and the coach if he intends to stay. It would be interesting to see what lies ahead of the player’s future.
Martinelli, who is considered to be one of the fastest players in the Premier League. He has scored ten goals in all competitions this season, including six in the Champions League. But is due to be out of contract at the Emirates Stadium next summer as things stand. The north London outfit have the option to extend his deal by a further 12 months, but reports suggest the club could be open to listening to offers for his services, with Barcelona showing strong interest in the 24-year-old. The Catalan side are bracing for mega-money offers from Saudi Arabia for Raphinha in the summer.
While they don’t want to lose him, they could receive an irresistible bid. Which means they will need to replace him. Hansi Flick has identified Martinelli as an ideal option for his squad to replace Raphinha should he move on. With his pace and finishing ability in front of goal seen as perfect attributes to help the team. Arsenal are expected to demand at least £40m from interested parties, and Martinelli would be open to a move to Spain.
Who does Arsenal want if Barcelona signs Martinelli?
Yildiz, who has been tipped to be a future Ballon d’Or winner by former Man Utd striker Giuseppe Rossi. He has grown from a prospect to a key player in Turin over the last 18 months. The Turkey international, however, is currently in talks to renew his contract with Juventus to reflect that. But there has been an impasse in negotiations, and that has alerted several top clubs across the continent to a potential transfer opportunity. Arsenal are among the clubs keen, and they have kept the 20-year-old sensation high up on their list of transfer targets.
It’s believed that could be one of the reasons why they opted to snub a move for Semenyo. Who is set to join Manchester City in a deal worth £65m in the coming days. The Gunners have already strengthened their attack this season. With the additions of Noni Madueke, Viktor Gyokeres, and Eberechi Eze, but there are long-term doubts over the futures of Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli, which could open up a spot for a new forward to come in. While Arsenal’s squad is already unbelievable. There is always room for a player who can win a game on his own.
Yildiz will be a game changer.
While Arsenal’s squad is already unbelievable, there is always room for a player who can win a game on his own. And Yildiz falls straight into the bracket of talent. Able to play from the left or down the middle. He would provide great versatility and allow Eze to move into his more preferred central role. While also providing a real goal and creativity threat in the process. It’s unclear how much a deal would cost, but Arsenal have never been afraid to spend big if they feel the player fits their needs and squad. Yildiz being a game-changing signing will undoubtedly mean they’re open to splashing the cash if it means bolstering their side.
Author’s insight
From the author’s point of view, Barcelona should go for a striker rather than a left winger. With Lewa potentially leaving the club, it will be tough for the club if they don’t sign a proper striker.
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