Gabriel Martinelli agrees new Arsenal contract

PREMIER LEAGUE Gabriel Martinelli agrees new Arsenal contract

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 16:16 - 28.01.2023

Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli has agreed a new long-term contract in a major boost to the Premier League leaders

Gabriel Martinelli has agreed a new contract with Arsenal until the summer of 2027. The forward’s current contract expires at the end of next season, but the club did hold a two-year option, which would have allowed them to extend his deal until 2026.

Martinelli agrees new Arsenal deal

The Gunners have been in prolonged contract talks with the Brazilian attacker, who has always publicly stated his desire to stay in north London. 

Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli
Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli

Martinelli has now agreed to fresh terms to extend his stay at the Emirates Stadium. The draft deal is in the process of being finalised.

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The 21-year-old has impressed for his side this season. He has played 26 games for Arsenal in all competitions, scoring seven goals. 

He has also helped Mikel Arteta’s team climb to the top of the Premier League. They are now aiming to win the title for the first time since 2004.

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Martinelli’s new contract is believed to be a four-and-a-half year deal, which will take him through until 2027. 

The deal is now being finalised, with an official announcement expected in the near future.

Gabriel Martinelli ready to commit long-term future to Arsenal
Gabriel Martinelli ready to commit long-term future to Arsenal

Arsenal will now turn their attention to trying to secure the long-term futures of Bukayo Saka and William Saliba. 

Talks with the duo have been taking place alongside the negotiations with Martinelli and Arsenal are keen to get both deals finalised as quickly as possible.

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