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Al-Hilal Martinelli Fee Set to Be Higher than Expected
The deal would give Arsenal about £70 million upfront, while personal terms and a possible sell-on clause are still being worked out.
David Ornstein reported on Sunday that Arsenal are finalizing a £60m fixed-fee deal to sell forward Gabriel Martinelli to Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal, with no add-ons involved.
Manager Mikel Arteta has sidelined the 25-year-old winger recently, omitting Martinelli from matchday squads against Manchester City and Coventry City. After seven years with the Gunners, he has been a key player.
James Benge reported on Sunday that Arsenal are negotiating a sell-on clause for future financial gains, following earlier reports suggesting a £66m package including £8m in add-ons.
Elsewhere, Arsenal is also closing in on selling forward Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona for £8.6m, while Hamburg remains in advanced talks for Portuguese creator Fabio Vieira. Both deals must conclude before Tuesday's deadline.
As the summer transfer window slams shut on Tuesday, Arsenal has also bolstered its squad by signing 20-year-old former Manchester United defender Habeeb Ogunneye to the Under-21 team.
After seven years in the jersey of Arsenal, Gabriel Martinelli will probably continue his career with Al-Hilal in the Saudi pro league. As Sky reports, the two clubs have already agreed.
Al Hilal has reached a verbal agreement to incorporate Gabriel Martinelli, a Brazilian extreme who will leave Arsenal to continue his career in Saudi Arabia.