Hilal 'getting closer' to finalising Gabriel Martinelli fee, Brazilian left with decision
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Arsenal and Al-Hilal are nearing a deal for the transfer of Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli for a fee between 50m and 55m. The player is currently considering the move to the Saudi Pro League as Arsenal looks to potentially reinvest in a new left-winger.
Why it matters
This transfer highlights the ongoing influence of the Saudi Pro League in attracting high-profile European talent and the strategic squad restructuring of top Premier League clubs.
Arsenal and Al-Hilal are allegedly edging nearer to agreeing a deal for Gabriel Martinelli .
Amid speculation about his future, the long-serving Gunners player has been left out of the club's opening two squads of the season.
The Premier League champions are seemingly open to cashing in on the Brazil international, rather than activating an option which would extend his contract until 2028.
As well as Galatasaray, Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal have been heavily linked with a move for the 25-year-old.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano , whether Martinelli moves to the Middle East could be a decision left down to him.
The report alleges that a fee between 50m and 55m has been mentioned during discussions involving the two teams.
Club-to-club talks are said to be in their final stages, with Arsenal ready to accept that sum of money for Martinelli.
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