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Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly opened preliminary talks to sign Gabriel Martinelli this summer, with sources in France and England suggesting that Arsenal may be willing to let the Brazilian leave if a suitable offer arrives. The attacker, once considered one of the club’s most important long-term prospects, is now believed to be among the players the Gunners are open to moving on as part of an anticipated squad rebuild ahead of the 2026–27 season.
According to early reports, PSG have identified Martinelli as a key target as they plan significant reinforcements to reshape their attack. The French champions are expected to be active in the market as they look to add a dynamic wide forward capable of operating on either flank. Martinelli’s pace, directness and pressing ability are understood to be highly valued by PSG sporting director Luís Campos, who has long tracked the player’s development.
*ARSENAL*’s stance has shifted in recent months. While Martinelli signed a long-term contract extension last year, his form has been inconsistent this season, with injuries and tactical reshuffles limiting his impact. Manager Mikel Arteta has rotated options on the left wing, including Leandro Trossard and Bukayo Saka switching flanks, leaving Martinelli without a guaranteed starting role.
Financial considerations may also play a role. With Arsenal preparing for another summer of investment—particularly in attack and midfield—the club could be open to a high-value sale to help balance transfer spending.
PSG, who are seeking a younger profile following their recent shift toward long-term squad planning, are one of the few European sides capable of paying a substantial fee without negotiation complications.
Martinelli, who joined Arsenal from Ituano in 2019, initially rose to prominence with electrifying performances under Arteta but has struggled to replicate his breakout consistency. His goal contributions have dipped compared with recent campaigns, and his reduced influence in decisive matches has sparked debate among supporters about his long-term role at the Emirates Stadium.
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Arteta has gradually shifted to a system favouring inverted wingers capable of controlling central zones and combining in tight spaces. While Martinelli excels in transitional moments and wide-area isolation, Arsenal’s recent structure has demanded more inside-channel creativity. Players like Trossard and Saka have been more naturally suited to those demands this season.
Competition for attacking roles has intensified. With potential summer signings expected—whether a centre-forward or versatile wide attacker—Martinelli may face further reduced starts. For a player entering his prime years, the prospect of a rotational role could prompt a rethink of his future.
*ARSENAL*’ ambitions in the transfer market require strategic sales. Martinelli, still young with high resale value and a long contract, represents one of the club’s most valuable assets. Selling him could finance major additions elsewhere.
PSG can offer a leading role in attack, Champions League football, and an environment where Martinelli’s explosive style may be prioritised. For the player, the chance to join a European powerhouse with a strong Brazilian contingent could be compelling.
Arsenal told sign Nico Paz
Former Manchester United and Bayern Munich midfielder Owen Hargreaves has once again stoked transfer speculation surrounding Arsenal, publicly urging the Premier League leaders to pursue Como standout Nico Paz in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Hargreaves, who has been working as a pundit for TNT Sports, identified the 22-year-old Argentine as a player who could greatly enhance Arsenal’s creative firepower ahead of the 2026–27 season.
Speaking on air, Hargreaves praised Paz’s technical ability and potential, insisting that the attacking midfielder/forward — who has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign with Serie A side Como — possesses the qualities to thrive at the highest level. Asked about possible Arsenal summer signings, Hargreaves said on TNT Sports: ‘There’s a young lad at Como, Nico Paz.
‘There’s an option for him to go back to Real Madrid but if I’m *ARSENAL*… This kid – you’ll see him at the World Cup. Mikel Arteta will already know that this boy will be a star and if you don’t ask you don’t get.
‘A player like that could suit Arsenal.’
Paz, an ex-Real Madrid youth product, has been one of the revelations in Italian football this season, contributing goals and assists from advanced midfield and forward positions in Serie A. His recent form has reportedly attracted interest from multiple clubs across Europe, including Premier League rivals and continental heavyweights.
Despite a buy-back clause previously held by Real Madrid — which was not activated last summer — interest in Paz’s services has continued to grow, with Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur among the clubs linked with potential moves.
Chelsea, in particular, were reported to have lodged an official enquiry as part of their long-term recruitment plans, while Tottenham were said to have had a bid rejected for the Argentine
For Arsenal, the push from Hargreaves comes at a time when the club’s attacking options have been scrutinised. Although ARSENAL sit clear at the top of the Premier League and remain in contention on multiple fronts, depth and creativity in the final third have been recurring talking points among pundits and supporters alike. Adding a dynamic young talent like Paz could address those concerns and provide Arteta with tactical flexibility.
Paz’s versatility — able to operate centrally, as a creative midfielder or in more advanced positions — makes him an intriguing target for clubs looking to blend youthful exuberance with technical quality.
As the summer window approaches, Arsenal’s recruitment strategy is expected to focus on bolstering areas of the squad that will sustain title challenges domestically and in Europe
Arsenal make Fresneda moves
Fresh claims have suggested Arsenal have reportedly made an early move to sign Sporting CP star Iván Fresneda as a potential replacement for the departing Ben White, who could leave the club in the summer, according to ICFootballNews sources.
The right-back, who joined Sporting CP from Real Valladolid a few transfer windows ago, has enjoyed a breakthrough season in Portugal’s top flight, showcasing a blend of defensive solidity and attacking verve that has attracted interest from across Europe.
*ARSENAL*’s recruitment team, already planning for life after White, are understood to have alerted Sporting of their interest with a preliminary approach as early as this week.
White’s future at Arsenal has been the subject of intense speculation, with suitors in both the Premier League and abroad linked to the England international should he seek a new challenge. That potential departure has reportedly spurred Arsenal’s hierarchy into action, keen not to be left short-handed in a key defensive position.
Fresneda has impressed scouts with his athleticism, tactical awareness and mature defensive play, coupled with the ability to bomb forward and deliver quality from wide positions.
His versatility — comfortable at both full-back and in a more advanced wing role — fits the modern profile Arsenal favour under manager Mikel Arteta. It is understood that Arteta and his coaching staff view Fresneda as a player who could slot into their high-energy, possession-based system with relative ease.
Could Fresneda succeed in England?
A move to the Premier League would represent a significant step up for Fresneda, both in terms of intensity and scrutiny. The English top flight is renowned for its physicality, speed and relentless schedule — factors that often challenge even seasoned internationals. However, there are strong arguments that the Spaniard is well-equipped for the transition.
At Sporting, Fresneda has demonstrated a maturity beyond his years, combining disciplined defending with incisive attacking support — traits that mirror the demands placed on full-backs in Arteta’s system.
*ARSENAL*’s emphasis on full-backs who contribute to build-up play and create overloads in wide areas should play to his strengths. Moreover, Arsenal have a solid track record of helping young defenders adapt and flourish in the Premier League, which bodes well for Fresneda’s potential transition.
If Arsenal are prepared to integrate him gradually and offer him the right environment, this could become one of the smarter early moves in the summer transfer window — reinforcing their defensive ranks while planning for the long term.
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