Gabriel Martinelli Arsenal Return Boosts Squad Ahead of Man United Clash

🕓 Last updated on September 18, 2025

Gabriel Martinelli return vs Manchester United boosts Arsenal attack as Arteta faces injury crisis ahead of crucial Premier League clash.

Gabriel Martinelli return to Arsenal squad and gives Mikel Arteta a much-needed boost as the team faces Manchester United amid a growing injury crisis.

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Martinelli rejoined Arsenal’s matchday squad after recovering from a right hamstring injury that sidelined him for over a month. He sustained the injury during the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Newcastle United on February 5.

During his absence, Arsenal missed his attacking spark in key fixtures against Leicester City, West Ham United, and Nottingham Forest, as well as their emphatic 7–1 Champions League win over PSV Eindhoven. With Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus all unavailable, Martinelli’s return adds vital depth and flexibility to Arteta’s front line.

This season, Martinelli has scored seven goals and provided three assists in 35 appearances. His ability to play on either wing or through the middle gives Arteta tactical options at a time when the squad has been stretched thin.

Clearly, the timing of the Gabriel Martinelli return couldn’t be better. As a result, Arsenal travel to Old Trafford needing a crucial result to stay in the Premier League title race. Meanwhile, with Liverpool pulling ahead, Martinelli’s presence undoubtedly could prove decisive in this high-stakes showdown.

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