Chelsea ‘Loophole’: PSR Considered ‘Dead’ After Premier League Development
Arsenal are exploring options for a new left winger to challenge or potentially improve on Martinelli, as they aim to progress in their pursuit of trophies. However, the club seems inclined to retain Martinelli, even though selling him could generate significant funds.
Mikel Arteta is eager to keep his key players, and Martinelli has been a dependable figure in the Arsenal squad over the past four seasons. Last season, Martinelli scored 10 goals and provided seven assists in 51 appearances across all competitions.
Martinelli’s contract at Arsenal runs until June 2027, with an option to extend for an additional year. The Brazilian international joined Arsenal in 2019 for about £6 million and has played 225 games for the club. Despite his contributions, he has won just one major trophy — the 2020 FA Cup.
Arsenal Set to Sell Zinchenko Before Transfer Deadline
Separately, Arsenal have decided to sell defender Oleksandr Zinchenko this summer amid interest from AC Milan. The Ukrainian joined Arsenal in 2022 for roughly £30 million but only featured for 552 minutes last season. His departure now appears likely.
FIFA Controversy and Man City’s Club World Cup Shock
Keith Hackett, former PGMOL chief, claimed FIFA broke its own rules by showing a controversial goal replay during Manchester City’s unexpected defeat to Al-Hilal at the Club World Cup. The replay, showing a handball in the build-up to City’s goal, led to protests from Al-Hilal and a delayed restart.
Despite Man City’s strong group stage, Al-Hilal overturned a 1-0 deficit to win 4-3, marking one of the tournament’s biggest upsets. Notably, former Premier League players like Kalidou Koulibaly and Joao Cancelo featured for Al-Hilal.
Following the defeat, Phil Foden shared a moment with Cancelo on social media, reflecting on their past together at City. The loss also raised questions about City’s decision to let Cancelo leave, as they now face issues in the right-back position.