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Al Hilal Close to Martinelli Deal as Arsenal Prepared to Accept Bid

Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal is reportedly nearing a deal for Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli, with club-to-club talks in their final stages and Arsenal prepared to accept a fee of around £50-55 million.

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Transfers · 13d ago

Al Hilal are reportedly close to finalising a deal for Arsenal's Brazilian winger, Gabriel Martinelli, according to reports from Fabrizio Romano. Discussions between the two clubs are understood to be in their final stages, with a fee in the region of £50-55 million currently being discussed.

Arsenal is understood to be prepared to accept this offer and sell Martinelli. The potential departure would see a significant transfer fee come into the club for the talented attacker, who has been a key player for the Gunners.

While the clubs appear to be reaching an agreement, talks on personal terms between Al Hilal and Gabriel Martinelli are still ongoing. The player is expected to make his final decision regarding the move soon, which will determine the outcome of this high-profile transfer saga.

Reporting compiled by North Bank News from our trusted network of Arsenal sources.
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