Arsenalu Sprzedał record fee as Martinelli joins Al‑Hilal in Arabii
Arsenal have sold Gabriel Martinelli to Saudi Arabian club Al‑Hilal for a reported €70 million, shattering the London club's previous transfer‑sale record. The Brazilian international (Reprezentant Brazylii) signed a four‑year contract, confirming the move that dominated summer rumours.
Summer speculation cleared
Skomentuj the many rumours that swirled this summer about the future of Gabriela (Gabriel) Martinelliego. Wiele (many) pundits debated whether the forward would stay in England or head abroad, but the latest announcement ends the debate.
Galatasaray interest dismissed
Earlier media reports suggested Galatasaray were keen to acquire the player, yet Martinelli himself ruled that option out. The striker preferred to continue his career in Saudyjskiej (Saudi) football, keeping the door open for a move to the Kingdom.
Record fee confirmed
Ben Jacobs disclosed that Arsenal will receive a base fee of €70 million for the transfer. This amount eclipses the club's former record, which belonged to Alex Oxlade‑Chamberlain who moved to Liverpool for €38 million in August 2017.
Martinelli spent seven years at Arsenal, featuring in 278 matches, scoring 62 goals and providing 36 assists. His contribution made him one of the most productive forwards in the club's recent history.
The transfer marks the third high‑profile signing by the Saudi vice‑champions under Simone Inzaghi, following Crysencio Summerville and Ollie Watkins. All three arrivals underline the growing ambition of clubs in the Arabian league.