Martinelli has been monitored by European clubs since the age of 12 and even had trials at Manchester United and Barcelona. However, Unai Emery’s side look to have beaten off competition for the attacker’s signature and Gunners fans will be hoping the signing signals a flurry of transfer business from the club. Martinelli will want to replicate the success of Brazilian stars like Neymar and Gabriel Jesus who have all impressed since moving to Europe while relatively young. To top off what was an outstanding breakthrough year, he was called up by Brazil manager Tite to train with the country’s senior team. "His evolution since last year is very fast, he is above average.

Source: Express June 18, 2019 11:26 UTC