Both Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard are growing concerned over Arsenal’s transfer plan this summer, sources close to Arsenal Insider understand.
Andrea Berta’s wanted list at Arsenal is growing as attacking targets are lining up to be considered by both the Italian and Mikel Arteta.
The Gunners have been linked to an array of talent; however, so far, only one signing has been confirmed, as Kepa Arrizabalaga was unveiled as an Arsenal player.
Arsenal are advancing with other deals, as Noni Madueke has reportedly agreed personal terms to follow Kepa from Chelsea to the Emirates.
There are many names on Berta’s list of transfer targets, but what exactly does it mean for those already at the club?
Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli concerned about their Arsenal futures
Leandro Trossard’s contract talks have stalled, signalling that the Belgian isn’t totally convinced about his future role at Arsenal.
To add fuel to concern about whether the winger will renew his deal, it was reported that Trossard has changed agents, amid transfer links to Fenerbahce.
To understand what changing agents means for Trossard, Arsenal Insider sought the advice of TBR’s transfer expert, Graeme Bailey.
“Trossard changing agents could point to him moving, but not necessarily,” Bailey explained, before placing Gabriel Martinelli under the spotlight.
“Arsenal are open to him staying and have engaged in talks, like with Gabriel Martinelli, but both camps are keeping close tabs on the incomings at the Emirates.”
Bailey confirmed that Trossard has interest from Turkey in the form of Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce, as well as there being admirers in the Saudi Pro League.
There’s a “real chance” that Trossard could leave Arsenal this summer, according to Bailey, who noted that both the Belgium international and Martinelli are becoming concerned at those linked with a move.
“They [Arsenal] are in for Rodrygo, Madueke, Eze, and even linked with Kudus too amongst others – that is a concern to both of those players.”
A winger will surely leave Arsenal this summer
Interestingly, David Ornstein revealed that a priority left-wing target wouldn’t necessarily represent competition for Martinelli.
It’s instead understood that a top-class signing would only arrive if Martinelli were to leave Arsenal, making the developing transfer stories all the more fascinating.
Like Trossard, Martinelli has been linked to Saudi Pro League clubs, with both players facing a period of uncertainty.
It remains to be seen whether one leaves or both leave, but amid Trossard’s change in agent, the Belgian appears to be the more likely departure.
from Arsenal Transfer News | Rumours, Deals & Targets | Arsenal Insider
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