Arsenal’s Premier League title defence comes with a significant departure. Gabriel Martinelli has given the green light to a move to Saudi Pro League giants Al Hilal, with the two clubs finalising a package worth over €65 million — a deal that will become the most expensive sale in Arsenal’s history.
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How the Deal Came Together
According to Fabrizio Romano, Martinelli’s medical has been booked following weeks of negotiation, after the Brazilian winger turned down an earlier approach from Turkish side Galatasaray. The move comes after Mikel Arteta made clear Martinelli would play a diminished role this season, leaving him out of matchday squads for both the Community Shield and Arsenal’s Premier League opener against Coventry City.
Gabriel Martinelli to Al Hilal: Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Player | Gabriel Martinelli |
| Age | 25 |
| From | Arsenal |
| To | Al Hilal |
| Fee | €65 million+ |
| Arsenal Appearances | 278 |
| Previous Club Record Sale | Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (£38m) |
| Reported Annual Wage | £17 million |
A Bittersweet Exit
Martinelli arrived at Arsenal in 2019 as a relatively unknown 17-year-old from Ituano and grew into a Premier League title winner and Champions League finalist. Arteta has publicly acknowledged the difficulty of the situation, saying everyone at the club recognises how much they value Martinelli, while stressing any final decision would be mutual.
What’s Next
With the transfer nearing completion, Arsenal will also retain a reported 20% sell-on clause on any future resale, adding long-term value to what’s already a club-record deal. Fans can follow official confirmation via the Arsenal official website.
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