Gabriel Martinelli

Gabriel Martinelli’s partner has revealed she told him on Saturday that he’d score as a second-half substitute against Manchester City.

Mikel Arteta says he “adores” Gabriel Martinelli after the Brazilian scored and assisted in Bilbao, proving his value as Arsenal beat Athletic Club.

Arsenal’s 2-0 win in Bilbao was built on dominance in possession, xG, and duels, with Martinelli and Trossard decisive from the bench.

Martinelli and Trossard came off the bench to secure a 2-0 win at Athletic Club, giving Arsenal a strong start to their Champions League campaign.

Bayern Munich considered the signing of Gabriel Martinelli this summer, but the amount they were willing to offer was nowhere near Arsenal’s valuation.

Gabriel Martinelli is happy at Arsenal despite reports of interest from Bayern Munich and Saudi Arabia during the summer and increased competition for his spot.

With the international break now at an end, let’s take a look back at how Arsenal’s internationals performed for their countries.

Now past the midway point of the September break, let’s have a look at how Arsenal’s internationals are getting on with their countries.

Gabriel Martinelli believes he’s a better player now than he was during his initial call-ups by Brazil, with Carlo Ancelotti handing him his first consecutive international starts since 2023.

Arsenal’s CONMEBOL internationals were in action overnight on Thursday, with Gabriel Magalhaes and Piero Hincapie helping their teams to keep clean sheets.

Arsenal were willing to sell Gabriel Martinelli in the summer transfer window, but the outside interest in him was at least £20m below their valuation of the winger.

Arsenal have had 16 players called up for senior international duty over the September break, let’s take a look at when they’ll all be in action.

Mikel Arteta has ruled out a late transfer exit for Gabriel Martinelli this summer, insisting the Brazilian will remain an important part of his squad.

Arsenal open their Premier League season away at Manchester United, with Arteta’s strengthened side looking to make a statement at Old Trafford.

Media react to Viktor Gyökeres’ home debut, praising his movement but noting a quiet display and limited service in the 3-2 defeat to Villarreal.

Arsenal could still sign a left-winger if Leandro Trossard leaves, with strong interest in the player from Saudi Arabia and Turkey, according to reports.

David Ornstein has suggested that Arsenal’s pursuit of top left-wingers like Rodrygo and Anthony Gordon may depend on Gabriel Martinelli’s future at the club.

Arsenal are not looking to sell Gabriel Martinelli at this stage, and the player won’t consider a potentially lucrative move for Saudi Arabia, according to a report.

Rumours linking Gabriel Martinelli with a summer departure have been played down, though the winger does appear to be available in the right circumstances.

Bayern Munich are discussing the potential summer transfer of Gabriel Martinelli, adding him to their shortlist of left-wing options, according to reports.