The transfer window may have closed in England but Arsenal can still acquire a number of free agents to replace the outgoing Gabriel Martinelli
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Gabriel Martinelli
Mikel Arteta will no longer be able to count on Gabriel Martinelli(Image: PA)
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Gabriel Martinelli is poised to leave Arsenal after seven years, with a move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal expected to go through shortly. The 25-year-old Brazilian had been subject to interest from a number of clubs this summer after falling down the pecking order at the Emirates Stadium.
Christos Tzolis has since come in to become Mikel Arteta's first-choice left winger. Martinelli’s sale is expected to be worth more than £55.7million to Arsenal.
With Arsenal failing to get another forward in before Monday's deadline, there is still the possibility they can bolster their left wing by dipping into the free agent market. Here, we take a look at six left wingers the Gunners could still swoop for.
Jadon Sancho
Once tipped to be one of Europe's top stars, Sancho's career trajectory since bursting onto the scene at Borussia Dortmund hasn't travelled in the direction many thought it would.
The ex-Manchester United winger is on the hunt for a new club after his Old Trafford contract ended, five years after signing for the Red Devils for £73m.
Jadon Sancho is a free agent after leaving Manchester United earlier this summer.
Jadon Sancho is a free agent after leaving Manchester United earlier this summer.(Image: (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images))
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A loan spell at Aston Villa underwhelmed too, but he is still only 26 and capable of playing on the left wing. Currently available for free and with extensive experience, the Englishman could be a safe bet for Arteta.
Wilfried Zaha
The Crystal Palace icon is currently unattached after his loan spell with MLS side Charlotte FC ended in the summer and he subsequently parted ways with Galatasaray.
He has most recently been training at Crystal Palace's facilities to maintain his fitness while he looks for a new challenge.
Wilfried Zaha failed to make an impression during his time at Manchester United
Wilfried Zaha failed to make an impression during his time at Manchester United(Image: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
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Adept on the left and right flanks, the ex-Man United star has scored goals wherever he's gone, and at 33 years old, he would inject Premier League know-how into Arteta's forward department.
Anthony Martial
Another ex-United star, Martial, is a free agent for the third time in recent years. He mutually terminated his contract with Mexican club Monterrey in June after an injury-hit spell.
Anthony Martial during his time at Man United.
Anthony Martial during his time at Man United.(Image: PA)
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At just 30 years old, he is highly experienced, having played as both a left winger and a centre-forward. He scored a very respectable 90 goals at Old Trafford across 317 games and could be a smart option from the bench.
Philippe Coutinho
While he made his name as a traditional No. 10, Coutinho has spent a portion of his career operating off the left wing, cutting inside onto his favoured right foot. The former Liverpool star can slot in across the front line and would offer a viable goal threat.
Philippe Coutinho of Vasco da Gama looks on during the Copa do Brasil 2025 Final First Leg Match between Corinthians and Vasco da Gama at Neo Quimica Arena on December 17, 2025 in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Philippe Coutinho is on the lookout for a new club after leaving Vasco da Gama(Image: Getty Images)
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Like others on this list, his prime has since passed. But at 34, the Brazilian could operate as a worthy squad player, even if he's drifted from the explosive best that once made him one of the most expensive players in the world when he left Liverpool for Barcelona in 2018 for £146million.
Stephan El Shaarawy
Linked with a move to his former club Genoa and Al Shabab in Saudi Arabia this summer, the 33-year-old left winger remains a free agent. The Italian made his name with stints at Milan, Roma and Monaco.
Stephan El Shaarawy of AS Roma
Stephan El Shaarawy of AS Roma
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Sixty-six goals for Roma across two spells show he has a keen eye for goal, while his time as an Italian international would help his credibility in fitting in across Arsenal's frontline.
Ante Rebic
Croatian star Rebic has represented a number of top clubs across Europe, including Milan, Fiorentina, and Besiktas. He has earned 42 caps for the Croatian national team and is currently on the hunt for a new club after leaving Hajduk Split.
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 13: Ante Rebic of AC Milan competes for the ball with Sambi Lokonga of Arsenal during the Dubai Super Cup match between Arsenal and AC Milan at Al Maktoum Stadium on December 13, 2022 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Claudio Villa/AC Milan via Getty Images)
Ante Rebic of AC Milan competes for the ball with Sambi Lokonga of Arsenal during the Dubai Super Cup match between Arsenal and AC Milan at Al Maktoum Stadium(Image: Photo by Claudio Villa/AC Milan via Getty Images)
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Arsenal fans might remember him best for his powerful volleyed goal against Argentina in the 2018 World Cup group stage, helping Croatia reach the final.
Rebic is known for his physicality, pace and aggressive pressing. He operates primarily off the left wing, cutting inside onto his stronger right foot, but can also comfortably play as a second striker.