Sources: Arsenal 24-yr-old 'pushing to stay', but club plotting sale
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(Credit: Imago) Wed 8 April 2026 19:00, UK Gabriel Martinelli is “pushing to stay” at Arsenal amid indications from the club that he could be sold this summer, sources have told Football Insider.The 24-year-old winger has been identified as a candidate to be moved on if the Gunners decide that they need to trim their squad, but a move is not part of the player’s plans at the moment. The Brazilian is set to enter the final year of his contract this summer, but sources say that he is keen to fight for his place at the Emirates Stadium and prove that he can still be an influential figure for Mikel Arteta’s side.
Arteta’s side are still in pole position to secure the Premier League title at the end of the campaign, but Arsenal could be forced to sell players ahead of next term. 🔄 Arsenal Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Emirates boardroom. VISIT THE ARSENAL TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Arsenal ‘reluctantly’ considering Gabriel Martinelli saleFootball Insider revealed earlier this week that Arsenal are “reluctantly” considering selling Martinelli this summer, as they are eyeing further additions to Arteta’s group.The Gunners are keen to bring in another left-sided winger ahead of the next campaign, with concerns surrounding the productivity of Martinelli and Leandro Trossard.
Martinelli is adamant that he would prefer to remain at Arsenal and get back to his best form next season, but the decision may ultimately be taken out of his hands. Gabriel Jesus is another man who is likely to find himself on the chopping block, given that he has been unable to establish himself as an important player after his return from injury. 💰 ARSENAL INSIDER UPDATE 💰 Inside the transfer budget, player wages, new kits, off-pitch deals and boardroom developments at Emirates Stadium.