Arsenal star Backs New Striker Signings After Arsenal’s Title Loss

Gabriel Martinelli says he would welcome a new striker to Arsenal after losing the Premier League title to Liverpool.

Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli has expressed his openness to the arrival of a new striker at the club after the Gunners narrowly missed out on the Premier League title to Liverpool. The Reds clinched their second Premier League trophy with a commanding 5-1 victory over Tottenham, leaving Arsenal to settle for second place for the third consecutive season.

The Brazilian international, speaking ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain, emphasized the importance of competition within the squad. “We play for Arsenal—it’s a competition every day. The club wants to have the best players in the world because it is one of the biggest in the world. We’re used to it,” Martinelli stated.

Arsenal’s title challenge was hindered by injuries to key players, including forwards Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus. Havertz, despite his limited appearances, remains the club’s top scorer in the league with nine goals. Martinelli himself has contributed seven goals this season, but the lack of a prolific No. 9 has been a point of concern.

The Gunners are reportedly eyeing several top-tier strikers to strengthen their squad. Among the names linked to the club are Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyökeres, and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško. These players have been identified as potential solutions to Arsenal’s need for a reliable goal-scorer. Manager Mikel Arteta is keen to add a forward who can make a decisive impact in their quest for silverware next season.

Martinelli welcomed the prospect of new arrivals, saying, “We’re a big club, we need the biggest players. I will be really happy when the big players come to the club”.

Despite speculation about his future, Martinelli reaffirmed his commitment to Arsenal, describing the club as his “home” and expressing gratitude for the opportunities it has provided him both on and off the pitch.

As Arsenal prepares for the Champions League semi-finals, the club remains focused on achieving European glory, a title that has eluded them throughout their history. Martinelli’s comments highlight the club’s desire to strengthen its roster and compete at the highest level in the coming seasons. With potential new strikers on the horizon, Arsenal fans have reason to be optimistic about their future success.

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