Gabriel Martinelli rejects Galatasaray interest amid transfer talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Gabriel Martinelli, currently with Arsenal, has turned down transfer interest from Turkish club Galatasaray. Despite the Turkish side's pursuit after failing to secure Rafa Leao, Martinelli has no desire to leave Arsenal or move to Türkiye. Fabrizio Romano reported that no progress is expected with Turkish clubs. Arsenal faces a decision regarding Martinelli's future, especially as he approaches the final year of his contract without a renewal offer. Their willingness to sell could depend on future opportunities that arise.
- •Martinelli not considering transfer to Galatasaray as of August 15, 2026.
- •Arsenal open to selling if the right opportunity arises.
- •Martinelli's future remains uncertain with a contract nearing expiration.
- •Galatasaray's financial offer appears insufficient to sway the winger.
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — “Nothing expected” Martinelli not considering moving to Turkiye
"Gabriel Martinelli is the subject of transfer interest from Galatasaray after they failed to sign Rafa Leao, but the Arsenal man does not want to leave and certainly does not want to move to Turkiye.I...
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