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Gabriel Martinelli attracts interest from Napoli and Roma after Arsenal decision

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 4:05 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Gabriel Martinelli attracts interest from Napoli and Roma after Arsenal decision

Summary

Gabriel Martinelli is reported to be a target for both Napoli and Roma after he rejected a move to Galatasaray worth €45 million. Sportitalia claims Napoli has initiated talks with Arsenal for the forward, while Roma has considered him as a potential attacking option amidst stalled negotiations for FC Porto's Rodrigo Mora. Martinelli’s contract with Arsenal is set to expire at the end of this season, with an option for an additional year. Napoli faces financial constraints but is looking to make player sales to generate funds for a potential transfer.

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Key Details

•Martinelli turned down Galatasaray's €45 million offer.
•Napoli and Roma are pursuing Martinelli's transfer from Arsenal.
•Martinelli's contract with Arsenal expires after this season.
•Napoli needs to sell players to fund potential transfers.

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4:05 AMYahoo Sports — Report Gabriel Martinelli targeted by Napoli and Roma after Arsenal snub

What they're saying

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After Roma, now Sportitalia claim that Napoli also spoke to Arsenal for Gabriel Martinelli, who turned down the move to Galatasaray for €45m.There had already been suggestions over the last few days...
— Yahoo Sports

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