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Arsenal Mulls Martinelli Sale Amid New Forward Pursuit

4/2/2026

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Arsenal Considers Martinelli Sale

Arsenal is considering selling Gabriel Martinelli this summer due to declining form and to make room for new signings.
The club is pursuing a new wide forward, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Anthony Gordon linked to Arsenal.
Gabriel Martinelli has made over 250 appearances and 62 goals since 2020, and is Arsenal's likely departure.
Gabriel Jesus has expressed a desire to return to Palmeiras, raising questions about his future at Arsenal.

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Arsenal Targets Kofane

Arsenal are in pole position to sign Christian Kofane, Bayer Leverkusen striker, per agent Eric Depolo, who cites the player's Spanish-speaking ability and links to Mikel Arteta and William Saliba.
Kofane is 19 and has seven goals and eight assists in 39 appearances this season.
Chelsea and Real Madrid are interested in Kofane.
Leverkusen seeks €60-70 million for Kofane.
If signed, he could become the most expensive Premier League teenager.

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Historical Context

Arsenal's relocation to the Emirates Stadium in 2006, costing £390 million, marked a pivotal shift in their financial strategy under manager Arsène Wenger. This move aimed to enhance the club's competitiveness but initially strained player acquisitions, leading to the sale of experienced players. As Arsenal seeks to revamp its squad by considering transfers like Gabriel Martinelli, this reflects ongoing challenges in balancing financial sustainability with success in the Premier League.

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Arsenal Considers Martinelli Sale

Arsenal is considering selling Gabriel Martinelli this summer due to declining form and to make room for new signings.
The club is pursuing a new wide forward, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Anthony Gordon linked to Arsenal.
Gabriel Martinelli has made over 250 appearances and 62 goals since 2020, and is Arsenal's likely departure.
Gabriel Jesus has expressed a desire to return to Palmeiras, raising questions about his future at Arsenal.

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