Gabriel Martinelli's Arsenal future in serious doubt! Gunners consider selling Brazil winger to clear space on wage bill

Gabriel Martinelli's Arsenal future is reportedly in serious doubt as the Gunners consider selling him to clear space on their wage bill.

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• Martinelli's future hangs in the balance
• Arsenal remain open for offers
• Value him at around £50 million

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Though Arsenal have communicated their desire to retain their key players, and still regard Martinelli as one of them, internal discussions are increasingly shaped by financial realities and squad restructuring objectives ahead of the 2025–26 season. However, with significant business planned in the transfer market this summer and pressure mounting on Mikel Arteta to deliver silverware, Arsenal are ready to hear offers for the Brazilian to lighten their wage bill, as revealed by

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  has revealed that Arsenal would demand over £50 million ($67m) should any suitor express serious interest in acquiring Martinelli. The current contract runs until 2027, and the club holds an option to extend it by an additional year. Hence, the Gunners are in a position to call the shots if any suitor comes knocking.

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  Beyond Martinelli, the Gunners could put several others on the chopping block to trim their wage burden. Oleksandr Zinchenko and Reiss Nelson, both reportedly earning upwards of £100,000 per week, are now viewed as expendable. In addition, Jakub Kiwior, Fabio Vieira, and Albert Sambi Lokonga could be put up for sale.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL?

  Arsenal plan to reinforce multiple areas of the pitch. A new left winger and central forward are top priorities, alongside additions in midfield, central defence, and backup goalkeeper roles. Real Sociedad’s Martín Zubimendi is poised to arrive in a £51m ($69m) move, whereas talks are ongoing to bring in Chelsea’s Kepa Arrizabalaga for £5m ($6.75m) to serve as a backup keeper.

  Viktor Gyokeres remains the primary target up front, though Arsenal and Sporting CP have yet to reach an agreement on the terms for the Slovenian striker. The club is hoping to complete most of their key acquisitions before pre-season training begins in early July.