Arsenal set new asking price for Gabriel Martinelli
August 18, 2026 04:23
Arsenal have reduced the asking price for winger Gabriel Martinelli as the summer transfer window approaches its conclusion, according to reports. The move comes after the club added Christos Tzolis on the left flank; Tzolis registered two assists on his debut against Manchester City.
Despite bringing in Tzolis, the club remain open to signing a high-profile left-sided attacker, which would likely require Martinelli to be sold. The report says Martinelli has declined a proposed move to Galatasaray and is attracting interest from several Serie A clubs, with AC Milan and Juventus named among the admirers.
KEY CONTEXT
- Arsenal have already moved to reinforce the left wing by signing Christos Tzolis.
- Transfer-market activity is stretching toward the deadline, which the report notes is September 1, 2026.
- Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola is reported to be a primary target for Arsenal, though Liverpool are said to be leading the chase for Barcola.
- The story that Arsenal have reduced Martinelli’s valuation—from a figure of £51 million to roughly £43 million—comes from the same report and is described as a claimed adjustment.
WHY IT MATTERS
A lower asking price for Martinelli could accelerate a sale and create the financial and squad space for Arsenal to pursue a more prominent left-wing signing. The presence of concrete interest from Serie A clubs and the reported refusal of a Galatasaray approach indicate there is some market for Martinelli, but the player’s own stance—he is not reportedly pushing to leave—complicates any immediate exit. How this plays out will influence Arsenal’s final moves before the window closes and affect the wider market for left-sided attackers, including the chase for Barcola.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
- Whether any formal offers arrive from AC Milan, Juventus or other Serie A clubs before September 1.
- If Martinelli changes his position or begins to push for a move.
- Whether Arsenal follow through on a pursuit of Bradley Barcola or shift targets if Liverpool strengthen their interest.
- Confirmation from clubs or official channels about any bids or agreements (the current details are from press reports).
KEY FACTS
- Arsenal signed Christos Tzolis, who provided two assists on his debut against Manchester City (reported).
- Reports state Arsenal have reduced Gabriel Martinelli’s valuation from about £51m to roughly £43m.
- Martinelli is reported to have turned down a move to Galatasaray.
- AC Milan and Juventus are mentioned as clubs interested in Martinelli.
- Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola is identified as a target for Arsenal, with Liverpool reportedly leading that race.
- The summer transfer window closes on September 1, 2026.