{"id":48284,"date":"2026-06-05T20:08:29","date_gmt":"2026-06-06T00:08:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/05\/arsenal-could-accept-a-45m-bid-to-sign-a-better-player-than-martinelli\/"},"modified":"2026-06-05T20:08:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-06T00:08:29","slug":"arsenal-could-accept-a-45m-bid-to-sign-a-better-player-than-martinelli","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/05\/arsenal-could-accept-a-45m-bid-to-sign-a-better-player-than-martinelli\/","title":{"rendered":"Arsenal could accept a \u00a345m bid to sign a better player than Martinelli"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/05\/arsenal-could-accept-a-45m-bid-to-sign-a-better-player-than-martinelli\/#Arsenal_could_accept_a_45m_bid_for_attacking_star\" >Arsenal could accept a \u00a345m bid for attacking star<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/05\/arsenal-could-accept-a-45m-bid-to-sign-a-better-player-than-martinelli\/#Why_Leo_is_an_upgrade_over_Martinelli_for_Arsenal\" >Why Leo is an upgrade over Martinelli for Arsenal<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/05\/arsenal-could-accept-a-45m-bid-to-sign-a-better-player-than-martinelli\/#Hes_the_second_coming_of_Rice_Arsenal_bid_for_new_midfielder\" >He&#8217;s the second coming of Rice: Arsenal bid for new midfielder<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>The 2025\/26 season will be one that will remain in the memories of Arsenal supporters forever, as Mikel Arteta&#8217;s side make history in the Premier League.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<p>The Gunners won their first league title in 22 years and then finished the season seven points behind rivals Manchester City after a ferocious and relentless battle.<\/p>\n<p>While last weekend&#8217;s loss to PSG in the Champions League final was undoubtedly a missed opportunity, it still serves as a reminder of how far this team has come under Arteta.<\/p>\n<p>    Next season will see Arsenal go from being the hunter to being the hunted, but it is a chance for the club to take it to the next level under the Spanish manager.<\/p>\n<p>The 44-year-old may need further reinforcements from the hierarchy in the upcoming transfer window if he is to add more silverware to the club&#8217;s trophy cabinet.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"arsenal-could-have-pound-45m-bid-accepted-for-attacking-star\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arsenal_could_accept_a_45m_bid_for_attacking_star\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Arsenal could accept a \u00a345m bid for attacking star<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A number of high-profile talents have already been touted for a move to the Emirates this summer in an attempt to strengthen Arsenal&#8217;s attacking department.<\/p>\n<p>The name most consistently mentioned is Aston Villa star Morgan Rodgers, with the English player expected to leave Unai Emery&#8217;s side ahead of the 2026-27 season.<\/p>\n<p>    A transfer fee of close to \u00a380 million has been mooted for his signature, with Manchester United and Chelsea also remaining keen on signing the 23-year-old.<\/p>\n<p>Rodgers is not the only option currently being considered by Arsenal bosses, with AC Milan winger Rafael Leao emerging as another transfer target.<\/p>\n<p>According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the 26-year-old made a personal offer to the Gunners this summer to secure a move from San Siro to the Premier League.<\/p>\n<p>The report also states that Manchester United will also continue to monitor his situation and that the Portugal international is free to leave the Serie A side during this period.<\/p>\n<p>Leo could also be great business for Arteta&#8217;s men this window, with the fee required to secure the attacker&#8217;s signature being just \u00a345m.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-leao-would-be-an-upgrade-on-martinelli-for-arsenal\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Leo_is_an_upgrade_over_Martinelli_for_Arsenal\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Why Leo is an upgrade over Martinelli for Arsenal<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite their success in recent campaigns, Arsenal supporters are in need of top-level attacking talent on the left side of their front three.<\/p>\n<p>Gabriel Martinelli was often the Gunners&#8217; first-choice player throughout the 2025\/26 campaign, but failed to deliver for Arteta&#8217;s men in north London.<\/p>\n<p>    The Brazilian has featured in 30 league games this season, but has only scored one goal and provided just four assists for his team-mates at the Emirates.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, he will have to share starting responsibilities alongside Leandro Trossard, further highlighting the need for further reinforcements this summer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-container\">\n<table border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" style=\"\" align=\"\" summary=\"\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Number of PL goals by Arsenal forwards (2025\/26)<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>player<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>tally<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Victor Gokeres<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>14<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Bukayo Saka<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>7<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Leandro Trossard<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>6<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Gabriel Jesus<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>3<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Mr. Maduek<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>3<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Kai Havertz<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>2<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>Gabriel Martinelli<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>1<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Max Dauman<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>1<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p>A potential move for Leo could make perfect sense for Arteta and co during this window, especially if we believe his current asking price of just \u00a345m.<\/p>\n<p>The 26-year-old has consistently been one of Europe&#8217;s leading attacking stars in recent years, as evidenced by his ability to score in double figures in each of the past five seasons.<\/p>\n<p>    His basic stats in recent seasons highlight why he would be an upgrade over Martinelli, handing the Gunners an elite-level forward they desperately needed on the left.<\/p>\n<p>Leo achieved more take-ons per 90 points than Martinelli throughout the 2025\/26 season, and then highlighted his ability to weave through opponents.<\/p>\n<p>His high shooting accuracy and number of goals highlight his ability to put the finishing touches on strays, something the Brazilian has struggled to show in recent months.<\/p>\n<p>As a result of his influence within the attacking third, the AC Milan star was described as an &#8220;early Henry&#8221; by one Athletic reporter, which is a huge compliment considering the Frenchman&#8217;s record of 228 goals for the Gunners.<\/p>\n<p>The 26-year-old&#8217;s end product is there for all to see, with his 44% cross accuracy rate higher than Martinelli and 85% of other attackers in Europe&#8217;s top five leagues.<\/p>\n<p>His all-round superiority over the current Arsenal star could make him a great addition this summer, especially if his current asking price of \u00a345m is to be believed.<\/p>\n<p>    Leao&#8217;s move would provide the Gunners with much-needed depth at the Emirates. This is what we need to build on our recent Premier League wins.<\/p>\n<p>However, no one would be surprised if the Portuguese star is stripped of his starting spot next season following a move to North London.<\/p>\n<div class=\"display-card  article article-card small  no-badge  active-content                              \" data-include-community-rating=\"false\" id=\"second-coming-of-rice-arsenal-submit-bid-to-sign-bouaddi\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<p>                        <\/p>\n<p>                    <span data-field=\"label\" class=\"article-card-label\"><label>related<\/label><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"w-display-card-content regular article-block\">\n<h5 class=\"display-card-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hes_the_second_coming_of_Rice_Arsenal_bid_for_new_midfielder\"><\/span>\n<p>\t\t\tHe&#8217;s the second coming of Rice: Arsenal bid for new midfielder<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"display-card-excerpt\">Another player, Declan Rice, could sign for Arsenal.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2025\/26 season will be one that will remain in the memories of Arsenal supporters forever, as Mikel Arteta&#8217;s side make history in the Premier League. The Gunners won their first league title in 22 years and then finished the season seven points behind rivals Manchester City after a ferocious and relentless battle. 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